Dallas, TX asked in Family Law for Texas

Q: When I fill out a motion to set aside default judgment and notice of hearing am I the petitioner or the respondent in

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Rahlita D. Thornton
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Rahlita D. Thornton
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  • Houston, TX
  • Licensed in Texas

A: Use movant and you should be fine.

Sharita Blacknall agrees with this answer

Jon R. Boyd
Jon R. Boyd
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  • Fort Worth, TX
  • Licensed in Texas

A: I agree you are the Movant and you're probably the Respondent since you say a default was taken against you. But you have no business doing that without a lawyer.

Have you read Craddock v Sunshine Buslines?

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