After Filing — Georgia Eviction Guides
What happens after you file the dispossessory affidavit — service of the summons, the tenant's answer window, hearing preparation, and how to get a judgment.
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How the Summons Is Served in a Georgia Dispossessory
After you file the dispossessory affidavit, the court issues a summons that must be served on the tenant. Here's how service works, who does it, and what can go wrong.
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What Happens When a Tenant Files an Answer in Georgia
When a tenant contests a dispossessory, the case goes to a hearing. Here's what the tenant's answer means for your case, what defenses they can raise, and how to prepare.
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The Dispossessory Hearing: What Georgia Landlords Need to Know
If your tenant files an answer, you'll face a hearing before a Magistrate Court judge. Here's what to bring, what to expect, and how to present your case effectively.
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Getting a Default Judgment in a Georgia Dispossessory
When a tenant doesn't answer within 7 days, you can request a default judgment. Here's exactly how to do it, what the court needs, and how fast it moves.
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Georgia Eviction Timeline: How Long Does It Take?
From the first demand notice to the final set-out, here is a realistic week-by-week breakdown of how long a Georgia eviction takes — and what affects the timeline.
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Ready to Start Your Eviction Case?
W.D.S. Eviction Service handles every step of the Georgia dispossessory process — from the demand notice through the final set-out — across 28 counties.