[header] How to file a motion for dismissal [title] Consider hiring an attorney. [step] Before you respond to a lawsuit against you, seeking professional advice ensures you're interpreting the law and following procedure correctly. Although hiring an attorney can be expensive, you may lose a lot more if you try to file a motion by yourself and do it wrong. 
[substeps] If money is an issue, look for legal aid services in your area. Most state and local bar associations have networks that provide free or low-cost legal assistance.