# Answer and Counterclaim **URL:** \ **Category:** Divorce and Separation Answers\ **Created:** [August 11, 2008, 7:22pm UTC](https://forum.rosen.com/t/answer-and-counterclaim/6337 "2008-08-11T19:22:30Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 5\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Helena\_Nevicosi](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/h/db5fbb/32.png) [@Helena\_Nevicosi](https://forum.rosen.com/u/Helena_Nevicosi)\ **Post date:** [August 11, 2008, 7:22pm UTC](https://forum.rosen.com/t/answer-and-counterclaim/6337/1 "2008-08-11T19:22:30Z")
You would file a motion for extension of time and an Answer and Counterclaims by taking them to the clerks office in the county where the action was filed. You should submit an order extending time with your motion. P.S. Please feel free to bring up this or any other topic on our live call-in show every Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. EST. Visit [radio.rosen.com/live](http://radio.rosen.com/live) for details Helena M. Nevicosi Attorney with Rosen Law Firm 4101 Lake Boone Trail, Suite 500 Raleigh, North Carolina 27607 919.787.6668 main phone 919.787.6361 main fax Charlotte Office 301 McCullough Drive Suite 510 Charlotte, NC 28262 Main Phone: (704)307.4600 Main Fax: (704) 9343.0044 Durham & Chapel Hill Office 1829 East Franklin Street Building 600 Chapel Hill, NC 27514 (919) 321.0780 > **[North Carolina Divorce Law - Legal Answers and Info](https://www.rosen.com/)** > > The best resource for divorce in NC. Find accurate, legal, family law advice from attorneys practicing in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and Chapel Hill. The response posted above is based upon the limited factual information made available and is not intended as a full and complete response to the question. The only reliable manner to obtain complete and adequate legal advice is to consult with an attorney, fully explain your situation, and allow the attorney sufficient opportunity to research the applicable law and facts required to render an accurate opinion. The basic information provided above is intended as a public service only, a full discussion with an attorney should be undertaken before taking any action. The information posted on this forum is available for public viewing and is not intended to create an attorney client relationship with any individual. These answers are provided for informational purposes only, a person should consult with their own individual legal counsel before taking any action that could affect their legal rights or obligations. ---
**Author:** ![HBrown27360](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/h/ba8739/32.png) [@HBrown27360](https://forum.rosen.com/u/HBrown27360)\ **Post date:** [August 6, 2008, 11:28am UTC](https://forum.rosen.com/t/answer-and-counterclaim/6337/2 "2008-08-06T11:28:13Z")
How do I file a Motion for Extionsion of Time to File and Answer and Counterclaim and do I need to have a prepared Order for the Presiding Judge to sign? H.Brown ---
**Author:** ![mickyfinn](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/e19b73/32.png) [@mickyfinn](https://forum.rosen.com/u/mickyfinn)\ **Post date:** [May 17, 2010, 11:50am UTC](https://forum.rosen.com/t/answer-and-counterclaim/6337/3 "2010-05-17T11:50:09Z")
This response is useful, however, I have 2 followup questions: 1. Is the Motion for Extension to Answer automatically granted? 2. If I would like to maximize the time required to file my answer and complaint, do I need to wait near the end of the initial 30-day response period? In other words, does the 30 Day extension begin at the end of the automatic 30 Day response period, or does it begin on the day the request for extension was filed? Thank you! ---
**Author:** ![mickyfinn](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/e19b73/32.png) [@mickyfinn](https://forum.rosen.com/u/mickyfinn)\ **Post date:** [May 17, 2010, 12:29pm UTC](https://forum.rosen.com/t/answer-and-counterclaim/6337/4 "2010-05-17T12:29:32Z")
As a followup to my followup, I should say that the Complaint is for temporary and permanent child custoday and temporary and permanent PSS support and alimony and was filed in Orange County. My question stems from the fact that I was served with a Calendar Request and Notice of Hearing and the calendar call is only 21 days after the complaint was served. ---
**Author:** ![Erin\_Clarey](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/e/9de0a6/32.png) [@Erin\_Clarey](https://forum.rosen.com/u/Erin_Clarey)\ **Post date:** [May 18, 2010, 6:21pm UTC](https://forum.rosen.com/t/answer-and-counterclaim/6337/5 "2010-05-18T18:21:58Z")
Normally yes, all the Defendant need ask for is an extension based on a need for further time to answer. The request may be made up to the 30th day, however the 30 day extension is granted from the date of service for a maxim of 60 days to respond from the date of service.