Notice of action for dissolution of marriage filed against James Taylor.
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- Published
- Category
- Name Change
- Case #
- 26-125DR
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What You Should Do Next
- 1
Contact Petitioner's Attorney
Reach out to Christopher L. Melendez, Esq. at The Virga Law Firm for guidance.
- 2
Prepare Your Defense
Draft your written defenses to the petition and gather necessary documents.
- 3
File with the Court
File your defenses with the Bay County Courthouse before or immediately after serving the attorney.
- 4
Meet the Deadline
Ensure all actions are completed by May 5, 2026, to avoid default.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a notice of action?
- A notice of action informs a party that a legal action has been initiated against them.
- How do I respond to a notice of action?
- You must serve your written defenses to the petitioner's attorney and file with the court.
- What happens if I don't respond?
- Failure to respond may result in a default judgment against you.
- What is the deadline to respond?
- You must respond by May 5, 2026.
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Full Notice Text
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR BAY COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No.:26-125DR IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: EARLINE BATTLE, Petitioner, and JAMES TAYLOR, Respondent. NOTICE OF ACTION FOR PUBLICATION TO: JAMES TAYLOR YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for Petition for Dissolution of Marriage and Other Relief Without Dependent or Minor Children, has been filed against you. You are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to this action on Christopher L. Melendez, Esq., of THE VIRGA LAW FIRM, P.A., Petitioner's attorney, whose address is 415 N. Richard Jackson Blvd, Suite 500, Panama City Beach, Florida 32407, on or before 5/5/2026 , and file the original with the clerk of this court at Bay County Courthouse, 300 E. 4th Street, Panama City, Florida 32401, either before service on Petitioner's attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition. 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 this 3/30/2026 day of March 2026. CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT By: /s/Deputy Clerk Pub: Apr 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2026; #12225315