Legal Question in Civil Litigation in California
How do I collect on a judgement in California?
I need to know how to collect on a judgement awarded me against a former employer, by a California Superior Court. The deffendant has moved to another state, and is well suited to pay the judgement. He has stocks, various land holdings, a business, etc. but it seems to be well protected. Is there anything you can do to help?
Thanks,
3 Answers from Attorneys
Re: How do I collect on a judgement in California?
Your judgment is enforceable in every state. You should hire
an attorney (debt collection practice) in the state(s) where the
assets are located. Your judgment can be filed in any state, and a
local judgment issued which (with proper procedure) the local sheriff
or other law enforcement agencies will enforce.
Re: How do I collect?
It depends on the state which the person has fled to. You need to hire an attorney
to "go after" the individual. Methods of collection are many. They include;
wage garnishment, debtor examinations, bank account seizures. While these tend to be successful,
they can also be very expensive. How much is the judgement for?
I have done many collections, please feel free to contact me to discuss further.
Re: How do I collect on a judgement in California?
Your judgement is good in any state however in order
for that state to recognize the judgement an Abstract
of Judgment needs to be filed befor the new county
will file any wage garnishment or any other liens.
This paperwork is somewhat complex in that there
is so much of it. An experienced collections attorney
would be the best bet. Additionally, you will be
required to pay a filing fee to the county where
the judgment debtor now resides when the abstract of
Judgment is filed. More information is needed to
determine if the judgment is worth collecting in
another state. I have access to a nationwide database
which contains personal records of almost everyone in
the United States. If you have the Judgment debtors
social security number I would be able to determine
what if any assets he has and then place liens on those
assets. I would be happy to offer you a free consultation
over the phone so that we could discuss your options
and various methods of collecting your judgment. I can
be reached at (805) 546-9918 or you can email me
with your phone number and I would be happy to contact
you at your convenience. I look forward to hearing
from you.
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