Answer (TX) | Practical Law
A sample answer that a defendant may use to respond to a petition in a Texas district or county court civil lawsuit. This Standard Document contains integrated drafting notes with important explanations and tips for drafting an answer, including how to format the answer, assert a special appearance, motion to transfer venue, and special pleas. It also explains how to respond to allegations in the plaintiff's petition with a general denial, special and verified denials, and affirmative defenses.