I lost a civil suit and reached a settlement, then the guy sent me an email

Generally, sending an email that is merely "distasteful" is not actionable. Also, nothing prevents the adverse party from contacting you directly....

It sounds like yours is a family law case. If that is correct, you should consult with a family law attorney because there are specific procedures...

Signing an affidavit

I am not sure what form you are using, but in general, an affidavit is a sworn written statement that you sign in front of a notary public, who...

Can I file a motion to default AFTER the defendant filed motion to dismiss but did not file answer to the complaint?

If your lawsuit is in federal court, the answer is no. The defendant can respond to the complaint either by filing an answer or by filing a motion...

Do I have basis to respond to defendant's MSJ?

You can file a motion to continue (postpone) the hearing on the MSJ until you receive the materials you are seeking through discovery. You will...