Legal Question in Civil Litigation in California
A lien or abstract of judgment?
I have a judgment against a former employer. It is a corporation. I thought the corporation folded. But, I checked the secretary of state's website and it still exists. I want to file a lien or an abstract of judgment against the corporation. Which should I do? In the future, after filing a lien or abstact of judgment, would I still be able to do a business seizure if I'd like?
4 Answers from Attorneys
Re: A lien or abstract of judgment?
Yes, you can secure an abstract of judgment against the corporation. If you record it, and the corporation owns or later purchases real property in the county in which the abstract was recorded, a lien will attach to that real property.
You have a lot of other options for enforcing your judgment, if the corporation still exists and has assets (and sometimes even if it doesn't.) Please feel free to call me if you want to talk about it.
Matthew Mickelson
Mickelson & Mickelson
818-382-3360
Re: A lien or abstract of judgment?
I agree with Mr. Mickelson. You might also obtain a writ of execution and have the sheriff levy against bank accounts if any still exist or even seize assets in the physical plant.
Re: A lien or abstract of judgment?
Please contact my office at 714 363 0220 to set up an appointment. I would like to review your written documentation including any letters, notices, and lawsuits. We handle cases throughout California. We can review your documentation by fax and speak with you by phone.
Re: A lien or abstract of judgment?
there are many little things you can do for a corporation that is defunct or nearly so. You might want to consider hiring a collection attorney.
Joel Selik
800-894-2889