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PLAINTIFF'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES PROPOUNDED TO THE DEFENDANT WITH REQUEST FOR PRODUCTION

Name of Petitioner/Plaintiff:

Address of Petitioner/Plaintiff:

City, State, Zip:

Phone:

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT FOR

COUNTY, STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA

, Petitioner/Plaintiff

Vs.

, Respondent/Defendant

CASE NO.

COMES NOW ("Plaintiff") and propounds the following interrogatories to ("Defendant") pursuant to North Carolina Rules, and other applicable provisions of said Rules, and gives notice that each and every interrogatory or section thereof is to be answered separately, in writing, under oath of the aforesaid Defendant within the legal number of days of the date of service hereof, and further gives notice that these interrogatories and request for production of documents and things are deemed to be continuing, and, that if different or additional information is received by Defendant after answers hereto are submitted and filed, same is to be provided to this Plaintiff in writing. Production requests are also made pursuant to the rules of North Carolina. Plaintiff requests that Production of documents be made on the same date as the date Answers to Interrogatories are due and shall be made to Plaintiff at the following address:

INTERROGATORY NO. 1

State your full name, social security number, date of birth, residence address, and telephone number.

INTERROGATORY NO. 2

Please attach to your answer to these interrogatories copies of your income tax returns and W-2 forms for the past three years.

Documents attached

INTERROGATORY NO. 4

State your total income to date since , and attach to your answers copies of your last five paycheck stubs.

INTERROGATORY NO. 5

List all assets presently owned by you. Give a complete and detailed listing. For each asset, give its nature, description, location, date of acquisition, present market value, and the name and address of any person that you hold same with jointly.

INTERROGATORY NO. 6

List the name, place of employment and telephone number of any person or persons who are presently residing at the address which you listed as your residence in your answer to Interrogatory No. 1.

INTERROGATORY NO. 7

If you rent the place in which you live, give the name of your landlord, his or her address and telephone number.

INTERROGATORY NO. 8

Outline in detail your monthly living expenses.

INTERROGATORY NO. 9

List all other income received by you other than from your employment, stating the source and the amount.

INTERROGATORY NO. 10

If you claim to have grounds for divorce against the Plaintiff, please state all circumstances, facts, and events, upon which you base such grounds.

INTERROGATORY NO. 11

What safety deposit boxes do you currently maintain whether alone or jointly held? For each box, state the name and address of the bank, the box number, the name in which said box is maintained, the name and address of each and every person having access thereto, the contents of each box, and the date each box was acquired.

INTERROGATORY NO. 12

What bank accounts, if any, do you presently maintain, whether alone or jointly held? For each account, state whether active, inactive or closed, the style of the account, the name of the bank or banks, the name and address of each and every person authorized to make withdrawals therefrom, the account number, and whether checking or savings.

INTERROGATORY NO. 13

Do third parties hold any property in trust for you or for your benefit? If so, give full and complete particulars, including the name and address of said persons and exact descriptions and locations of property.

INTERROGATORY NO. 14

Have you ever been arrested? If so, for each occasion, state the date of the arrest, the county and state in which the arrest occurred, and the reason for such arrest.

INTERROGATORY NO. 15

Have you ever received psychiatric treatment? If so, state the physician administering same, his address and telephone number, and the date or dates of the treatment.

INTERROGATORY NO. 16

Are you taking any drugs, and the amount of money you spend each month for said drugs.

INTERROGATORY NO. 17

Do you use any type of drugs which are not prescribed by a physician (i.e., marijuana, heroin, cocaine)? If so, state the type of drug or drugs which you use, the place in which you exercise such use, when you began using said drug or drugs, and the amount of money you spend each month for said drugs.

INTERROGATORY NO. 18

Do you consume alcoholic beverages on a regular basis? If so, state the type of alcoholic beverage which you consume, and the amount of money you spend each month on said alcoholic beverages.

INTERROGATORY NO. 19

Are you addicted to alcohol or drugs of any kind? If so, specify what it is you are addicted to and when you became addicted to same.

INTERROGATORY NO. 20

Have you ever had sexual relations with anyone other spouse during the course of your marriage? If so, name and address of each individual, and the time of each sexual encounter.

INTERROGATORY NO. 21

State whether or not you have provided any banks or other lending institutions with financial statements during the past 24 months. For each such occurrence, state the names and addresses of the banks or lending institutions, and the date said financial statement was provided.

INTERROGATORY NO. 22

For each person you shall call as a witness at the trial of this case, please state: the witness's name and address, whether employed by you, and the subject matter to which the witness shall testify. Prior to trial, please supplement your answer to this interrogatory.

INTERROGATORY NO. 23

For each person you allege to be an occurrence witness of any of the things and matters sought to be proved by you at the trial of this case, please state: the witness's name and address, whether employed by you, and the subject matter to which the witness shall testify. Prior to trial, please supplement your answers to this interrogatory.

INTERROGATORY NO. 24

For each person whom you expect to call as an expert witness at the trial, providing his name, address and telephone number, please state:

a. The subject matter in which identified is expected to testify.

b. The substance of the facts and which each expert is expected to testify.

c. Give a summary of the grounds for each person set out above.

d. State the educational background, educational training, and experience of each person above which qualifies him as an expert, and identify the field of such expertise.

INTERROGATORY NO. 25

For each document or other item you shall offer as an exhibit at the trial of this case, please state: the title or name of the document, date of the document and purpose for which it will be used as an exhibit.

INTERROGATORY NO. 26

State the names and addresses of all persons involved in the answering of these interrogatories.

INTERROGATORY NO. 27

Have you, as the Defendant in this case, read the answers to each and every one of the above interrogatories and requests for production of documents and things, and do you state that the answers thereto are true, complete, responsive and correct?

Yes, I have read and verified the answers

INTERROGATORY NO. 28

If, at any time between this date and the date of the trial of this cause, you come into possession of information which, if such information were known to you, would properly have to be disclosed in the answers to these interrogatories or requests for production of documents and things, or any of them, will you disclose such newly discovered information, if any, to Plaintiff within fifteen days after such information comes into your possession or prior to the trial, whichever is first?

Yes, I will disclose newly discovered information

Respectfully submitted,

NAME:

CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE

I, the undersigned, , Plaintiff, do hereby certify that I have this day mailed, by United States mail, postage prepaid, a true and correct copy of the above and foregoing Plaintiff's First Set of Interrogatories to Defendant at:

Name of Defendant:

Address:

DATED, this the day of , 20____.

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF DISCOVERY

TO: All Counsel of Record:

Notice is hereby given that Plaintiffs have this date served in the above entitled action:

PLAINTIFF'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES PROPOUNDED TO THE DEFENDANT WITH REQUEST FOR PRODUCTION

The undersigned retains the originals of the above papers as custodian thereof pursuant to Court Rules.

DATED:

Respectfully Submitted,

By:

CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE

I, , Plaintiff in the above referenced civil action, do hereby certify that I have this day caused to be delivered, via United States Postal Service, first class postage prepaid, a true and correct copy of the above and foregoing document to:

Defendants Name:

Address:

THIS the day of , 20____.

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What the North Carolina Plaintiff's First Set of Interrogatories Is

The North Carolina Plaintiff's First Set of Interrogatories is a written discovery tool used by a plaintiff to request factual information from an opposing party in a civil case. It contains numbered questions asking for facts, documents, admissions, and identification of witnesses relevant to the claim. Responses must be verified under oath and served according to applicable procedural rules. Although formatting varies, a professional set includes a case caption, instructions, numbered interrogatories, verification, and certificate of service to ensure procedural conformity and enforceability in court.

Why this form matters for litigation strategy

Interrogatories narrow factual disputes, compel documented answers under oath, and identify witnesses and proof before depositions. A precise, well‑organized set reduces surprises, focuses discovery, and supports motions or settlement discussions.

Why this form matters for litigation strategy

Who typically prepares and responds to interrogatories

Attorneys, litigants, and paralegals commonly prepare or complete interrogatories as part of the discovery process.

  • Plaintiffs and plaintiffs’ counsel preparing case-specific factual questions and requests for identification.
  • Defense counsel responding, objecting where appropriate, and coordinating verified answers with their client.
  • Litigation paralegals organizing exhibits, tracking deadlines, and ensuring certificate of service compliance.

Timely, accurate collaboration between counsel and client improves the response quality and reduces risk of sanctions or waiver.

Filling out the Plaintiff's First Set of Interrogatories — stepwise

Follow a consistent sequence to draft, verify, serve, and track responses to keep discovery defensible and complete.

  • 01
    Prepare: Draft clear, numbered questions tied to legal elements and requested evidence.
  • 02
    Define: Include definitions and scope limits to avoid ambiguity in responses.
  • 03
    Verify: Add a verification clause for sworn responses by the responding party.
  • 04
    Serve: Serve under the rules and file or record service per local practice.

Configuring an online workflow to prepare and send interrogatories

Set up verification, routing, and file formats before sending to ensure compliant, auditable discovery exchanges.

Field Configuration
Signature Authentication Email plus optional SMS code
File Format PDF/A preferred for preservation
Template Fields Prepopulate caption and docket fields
Routing Order Sequential review then final verification

Where to file, serve, and record discovery documents

Understanding destination points ensures proper service and preserves court deadlines and evidentiary integrity.

  • Serve Opposing Counsel: Deliver via agreed service methods or as required by local rules.
  • File with Court Clerk: File only what rules require; discovery is usually exchanged, not filed unless used in motions.
  • E‑Filing Portals: Use county or state e‑filing portals when required by the local rules.
  • Maintain Copies: Retain signed originals and an audit trail for the case file.

Technical considerations for electronic preparation and transmission

Ensure the chosen platform supports secure PDFs, audit trails, and signer authentication to meet evidentiary needs.

  • Supported Formats: PDF, DOCX accepted; PDF/A preferred
  • Integrations: Works with common CRMs and cloud storage
  • Authentication: Email plus optional multi-factor

Preserve export copies, timestamps, and service evidence to support admissibility and chain of custody in litigation.

Typical deadlines for serving and answering interrogatories

Deadlines differ by jurisdiction; federal practice provides a baseline and state rules commonly mirror it.

Federal Baseline:

30 days to answer (FRCP 33(b)(2))

North Carolina Practice:

Typically 30 days; check local rules

Request for Production Tie‑In:

Document requests often served alongside interrogatories

Motion to Compel Timing:

Bring motion after missed deadline and conferral

Extensions:

Parties may stipulate or seek court approval

Consequences of deficient or untimely responses

Waiver of Objections: Failure to timely object may waive defenses
Motion to Compel: Court can order full answers and document production
Monetary Sanctions: Costs and attorney fees may be awarded
Evidentiary Impact: Adverse inferences may be drawn
Default Exposure: Severe noncompliance risks dispositive relief
Credibility Harm: Incomplete answers damage litigant credibility

Common drafting and service mistakes to avoid

  • Asking compound or ambiguous questions that invite objections and delay usable answers.
  • Failing to define key terms and timeframes, which broadens scope and increases costly disputes.
  • Overly broad document requests combined with interrogatories that duplicate production burdens.
  • Incomplete certificate of service or incorrect service method that renders the response untimely.

Essential parts of a professional plaintiff's interrogatory set

A well‑organized package clearly separates instructions, definitions, questions, verification, and proof of service for court-ready discovery.

Case Caption

Complete court name, case number, and party designations appear at the top to tie the interrogatories to the docket and avoid misfiling.

Instructions

Concise service and response instructions explain scope, time period, format, and objection procedures to guide the responding party.

Definitions

Clear definitions limit ambiguity and state the timeframes and document categories that apply to each interrogatory.

Interrogatories

Numbered questions organized by topic, with subparts when necessary, make responses searchable and reduce disputes.

Verification

A sworn verification signed by the responding party ties answers to oath and supports enforceability in motions or at trial.

Certificate of Service

A signed statement detailing method, date, and recipients of service establishes the record for deadlines and challenges.

Required information typically included in the template

Case Details: Caption and docket
Party Identity: Full plaintiff name
Attorney Contact: Counsel name and address
Interrogatory Text: Numbered questions
Verification: Oath and signature
Service Certificate: Method and date

Practical examples showing how interrogatories drive discovery

Two concise scenarios illustrate drafting focus and downstream use of answers in litigation.

Personal Injury Example

Intro: Plaintiff asks for prior medical providers and preexisting conditions to evaluate causation.

  • Point: Requests a list of providers and dates.
  • Outro: Answers narrowed scope for depositions and identified records used in expert reports to support damages.

Contract Dispute Example

Intro: Plaintiff seeks communications and contract drafts relevant to alleged breach.

  • Point: Requests production dates and custodian identities.
  • Outro: Responses produce key emails and reduce deposition scope by focusing on custodians identified in answers.

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Practical tips for accurate and efficient interrogatory drafting

Adopt consistent drafting conventions and administrative controls to streamline responses and avoid disputes.

Use clear, focused questions
Draft single-issue interrogatories tied to elements of proof; avoid compound questions to minimize objections and preserve usable answers in depositions and motions.
Limit temporal scope
Specify precise dates or narrow date ranges when requesting information to reduce overbreadth disputes and unnecessary document collection burdens.
Attach exhibit lists
Identify documents by exhibit number or Bates range to make production and reference unambiguous for both parties and the court.
Track service and verification
Maintain a service log and signed verification to establish timelines; preserve audit trails for e‑signed or electronically produced responses.

Who has authority to sign and verify responses

Plaintiff's Attorney

An attorney of record signs on behalf of the plaintiff for service certificates and may coordinate preparation, but answers are verified by the responding party unless a verified statement is permitted by rule.

Responding Party

The party or an authorized agent must sign the verification under oath attesting to truthfulness of answers; a corporate party typically designates an officer or representative.

Frequently asked questions about plaintiff interrogatories

Answers to common procedural and drafting questions help avoid delays, preserve rights, and limit risk in discovery.


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