Brandy v. Brandy

MEMORANDUM OPINION

The court is required to determine whether the defendant, who was divorced on May 23, 1979 after substituted service and the entry of a default, may now assert a claim for alimony.

I

Plaintiff, Amos Brandy, on February 13, 1979 filed a complaint and requested substituted service on the defendant, Melvina Brandy. The summons and complaint were served on March 2, 1979 by registered mail, return receipt requested, in Nevis, British West Indies. A default for failure of Mrs. Brandy to answer, appear or file a responsive pleading was entered on April 20, 1979, and at a hearing…