[WSBARP] UGGGGHH - Litigator Help

[Timothy Steen]

Paul,

I recall that you have the right under the CRs to amend once without leave of court if the defendant has not answered.  You should quickly file the amended complaint before there is an answer.  I think you are alright on service (you do not have to serve process with every amended complaint), but I would do the research to avoid any doubt.



Timothy E. Steen

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Sent: Friday, February 16, 2024 1:12:32 PM
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Subject: [WSBARP] UGGGGHH - Litigator Help


So, the defendant (pro se) stopped by my office in a ejectment case where I represent the landowner.  I have personal service on the defendant of the summons and complaint.  He asked for the 3rd page of the Complaint.  GULP! As it turns out, the 3rd page of my complaint is missing in the filed copy and in the served copy (what, copier error, maybe).  I gave him the 3rd page in hand. How do I fix this?  File an amended complaint?  Is there a simpler way?  Defendant has not filed an answer yet.  If yes, can I simply mail the amended complaint to the defendant if I already have personal service on him?  Anyone have a template for a motion to file amended complaint and order?





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