Who must file a response to this notice?

William Anthony Bailey SR, the named respondent, must serve written defenses and file the original with the clerk by April 23, 2026.

Where do I file my written defenses?

File the original written defenses with the clerk of the circuit court in Manatee County before or immediately after serving the petitioner.

What happens if I miss the April 23, 2026 deadline?

The court may enter a default judgment, which can grant the divorce without your input or defenses.

Court Notice — 5628 82nd Ave E, Palmetto, FL (2026DR637)

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Dissolution of marriage

Affects:DefendantsGeneral Public

A dissolution of marriage (no children or financial support) petition was filed by Susan Reed Bailey against William Anthony Bailey SR. The respondent must file written defenses by April 23, 2026 or risk a default judgment being entered.

Key Takeaways

Answer or defenses due by April 23, 2026
Petition filed by Susan Reed Bailey in Manatee County
No child or financial support issues are claimed
Failure to respond may result in default judgment

Published: May 13, 2026 · 6 days ago
Category: Court Notice
City: Bradenton
Address: 5628 82nd Ave E, Palmetto, FL · 2 filings

Case #

2026DR637

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If you don't respond

If you do not serve written defenses by April 23, 2026 and file the original with the clerk, a default may be entered against you, allowing the court to grant the divorce without your input.

What to do next

1
Prepare and serve written defenses
Draft your written defenses and serve a copy on Susan Reed Bailey at 5628 82nd Ave E, Palmetto, FL before April 23, 2026.
2
File the original with the clerk
File the original response with the Manatee County clerk of court before or immediately after serving the petitioner to avoid default.
3
Keep your address current with the court
Notify the clerk of the circuit court of any address changes so you receive future notices and orders.

Frequently asked questions

Who must file a response to this notice?: William Anthony Bailey SR, the named respondent, must serve written defenses and file the original with the clerk by April 23, 2026.
Where do I file my written defenses?: File the original written defenses with the clerk of the circuit court in Manatee County before or immediately after serving the petitioner.
What happens if I miss the April 23, 2026 deadline?: The court may enter a default judgment, which can grant the divorce without your input or defenses.

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Legal terms in this notice

default: A court ruling in favor of the other party when you fail to respond or appear.
petition: The document that starts the divorce case and asks the court to grant the divorce.

Full Notice Text

IN AND FOR Manatee
COUNTY, FLORIDA
Case No: 2026DR637
Division:
Susan Reed Bailey
Petitioner
And
William Anthony Bailey SR
Respondent
NOTICE OF ACTION FOR
DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE
(NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT)
TO: William Anthony Bailey SR
Unknown
YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are  Required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any to it on Susan Reed Bailey
Whose address is: 5628 82nd Ave E Palmetto Fla,34221
On or before(date): April 23, 2026 and file the original with the clerk of this court at (clerk&apos;s address): Before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered
(Insert none or, if applicable, the legal description of real property, a specific description of personal  Property and the name of the county in Florida where the property is located)
n/a
You must keep the clerk of the circuit court&apos;s office notified of your current address.
IPL0334335
May 6,13,20,27 2026

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