I will draft an answer to complaint with counterclaims and affirmative defenses
Licensed US Attorney Precision Legal Documents for Every Case
About this Gig
Being sued does not mean you are losing a strategic answer with counterclaims and affirmative defenses can completely shift the case in your favor. As a licensed U.S. Attorney (Bar #360215), I craft aggressive, court-ready defensive and offensive pleadings that fully protect your interests.
Best For:
- Breach of contract disputes
- Business & partnership conflicts
- Fraud or misrepresentation claims
- Employment litigation Property & landlord disputes
- Consumer protection cases
Every Document Includes:
- Paragraph-by-paragraph response to all allegations
- All applicable affirmative defenses
- Well-pleaded counterclaims with factual basis
- Prayer for relief on counterclaims
- Court-compliant caption & formatting
All 50 states and federal courts covered.
️Drafting services only does not constitute legal representation.
Message me before ordering so I can review your case details.
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FAQ
My case has multiple defendants — can cross-claims be included?
Yes. The Premium package includes cross-claims asserted against co-defendants where legally appropriate and factually supported. Please disclose all parties involved in the case when submitting your order requirements so I can draft accordingly.
What affirmative defenses do you commonly include?
Common affirmative defenses include statute of limitations, failure to state a claim, waiver, estoppel, accord and satisfaction, contributory or comparative negligence, lack of subject matter jurisdiction, and unclean hands. The applicable defenses depend on the facts of your specific case.
Can my counterclaim seek more than what the plaintiff is suing me for?
Yes. Counterclaims are independent claims and can seek any amount of damages or equitable relief that is supported by the facts of your case — there is no requirement to limit your counterclaim to the plaintiff's claimed amount.
Do I need existing claims of my own before a counterclaim can be filed?
Yes. Counterclaims must be grounded in actual facts and a viable legal theory arising from the dispute. During my review of your order requirements, I will assess whether the facts you provide support strong, well-pleaded counterclaims before proceeding.
What is a counterclaim and when should I file one?
A counterclaim is a legal claim you assert against the plaintiff within your answer to their lawsuit. You should consider filing one when the plaintiff's own actions caused you harm or loss, allowing you to seek damages within the same case rather than filing a separate lawsuit.

