Waiver Of Service Of Summons {100-00270}

100-00270 - WAIVER OF SERVICE OF SUMMONS. This form is used in the Vermont Superior Court Civil Division allows a defendant (or their attorney) to voluntarily accept the legal documents initiating a lawsuit—namely, the Summons and Complaint—without requiring formal service by a sheriff or other process server. By signing and returning this form, the defendant agrees to waive the formal method of service, thereby helping the plaintiff avoid the time and expense of serving legal papers. This waiver does not mean the defendant is admitting any wrongdoing or giving up their right to defend themselves or file counterclaims; it simply confirms that they have received the lawsuit documents. The form also informs the defendant of their obligation to respond to the complaint—by filing an Answer with the court and the plaintiff—within 60 days (or 90 days if outside the United States) from the date the waiver was sent. The defendant must submit a Notice of Appearance to confirm their participation in the case. If the waiver is not returned within the specified time, the defendant may be held responsible for the costs of formal service unless they can show good cause. www.FormsWorkflow.com