211 - Pleadings, proof and motions.

§  211.  Pleadings,  proof  and motions. A matrimonial action shall be  commenced by the filing of a  summons  with  the  notice  designated  in  section  two  hundred  thirty-two  of  this  chapter,  or  a summons and  verified complaint as provided in section  three  hundred  four  of  the  civil  practice  law  and  rules.  A  final judgment shall be entered by  default for want of appearance or pleading, or  by  consent,  only  upon  competent  oral  proof or upon written proof that may be considered on a  motion for summary judgment.  Where a complaint or  counterclaim  in  an  action  for  divorce or separation charges adultery, the answer or reply  thereto may  be  made  without  verifying  it,  except  that  an  answer  containing  a counterclaim must be verified as to that counterclaim. All  other pleadings in a matrimonial action shall be verified.