Notice of action for dissolution of marriage filed against John Brand.
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- Published
- Category
- Court Notice
- City
- Cape Coral
- Case #
- 26-DR-001793
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What You Should Do Next
- 1
Respond to the notice
Serve your written defenses to Czernaaz Marilyn Metedad by April 21, 2026.
- 2
File original documents
File the original defenses with the Clerk of the Circuit Court in Fort Myers.
- 3
Keep your address updated
Notify the Clerk's office of any address changes to receive future documents.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a notice of action for dissolution of marriage?
- It informs a respondent that a divorce action has been filed against them.
- What should I do if I receive this notice?
- You must respond to the notice by serving your defenses to the petitioner.
- What happens if I don't respond?
- A default may be entered against you, granting the petitioner's requests.
- Where can I find court documents for this case?
- You can review all court documents at the Clerk of the Circuit Court's office.
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Full Notice Text
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 20TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Case No.: 26-DR-001793
Division:
Czernaaz Marilyn Metedad
Petitioner,
and
John Brand
Respondent,
NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT)
TO: John Brand
{Respondent's last known address} 1919 Se 10th Ave, Apt 3142, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33316
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 Czernaaz Marilyn Metedad whose address is 1919 SE 10th Ave, Apt 3142 Ft. Lauderdale FL 33316 on or before 4/21/2026, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 1700 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901
before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.
The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property should be divided: {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}
Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court's office. You may review these documents upon request.
You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court's office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the address(es) on record at the clerk's office.
WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.
Dated: 03/12/2026
Kevin C. Karnes
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
By:
Deputy Clerk
This form was completed with the assistance of:
Abraham Penton
www.mysimpledivorceonline.com 8785 SW 165th Ave Suite 200
Miami, FL 33193
305-744-2319
March 25, April 1, 8, 15, 2026
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