42A.01 Third Party Notice (Indemnity Or Contribution)

What this form is for

• • A third party needs to formally tell the court they are involved in an existing case.
• • The notice specifically relates to either agreeing to cover costs (Indemnity) or contributing financially (Contribution).
• • Use this when you aren't the main Plaintiff or Defendant, but your involvement affects the outcome or costs.
• • It is used to formally enter a third party into the legal action.

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

The submission deadline is usually set by the judge or case manager. If no specific date is given, file it as soon as the third party commits to their role.

Before you submit

• • Ensure the case number is clearly written and correct.
• • Clearly state whether you are providing Indemnity or Contribution in the designated section.
• • Fill out all personal details of the third party completely.
• • Sign and date the form where indicated.
• • Attach any required supporting documents (e.g., agreement letters).
• • Confirm the court/jurisdiction receiving the notice is correct.

How to file this form

1. 1Complete all sections of Form 42A.01 accurately.
2. 2Determine if you are offering Indemnity or Contribution and mark it clearly.
3. 3Sign and date the form as the third party.
4. 4Submit the completed form to the relevant Court Office (or via the designated online portal).
5. 5Keep a copy of the filed document for your records.

Known limitations

• • This form does not dictate the final outcome; it only notifies the court of your position.
• • The specific requirements for indemnity vs. contribution depend on the case facts, not just the form itself.
• • Not confirmed in official source: The exact required filing method (physical vs. online) can vary by local Circuit Court.
• • It does not replace other necessary filings; it supplements them.