Being sued while living abroad, what should I do?

[Jessica Johnson]

I got an email from a lawyer said I am being sued by a tenant. I no longer own that building and I currently live in a different country. I don’t think the lawyer knows that I live abroad and I no longer own the building. They have not properly served the documents yet because they do not know my oversea address.

So my question is what should I do? Do I need to hire a lawyer now or wait until they serve me and find a lawyer? Do I need to move my assets somewhere else? I think the county where they filed a case does not have jurisdiction over me since I am a expat. I know it is best to find a lawyer but they charge a lot to just talk to you and I want to know what you guys think before bringing a lawyer.

Thanks so much,