Legal Question in Civil Litigation in New Jersey

Judgement

I've recently had a judgement filed against me for outstanding association fees on a property that I have not owned since 2006. I've had a some correspondance with the attorney handling the case who assured me it was not me who is responsible, rather it is my ex-husband who retained ownership of the property after our divorce (2006). I've asked the attorney to file a motion to remove me from the judgement; in response he requested that I have my attorney contact his office. I don't feel I should have to pay for an attorney when this is not my error. However now I have a judgement on my credit report and I am trying to refinance a mortgage. What should be the proper corse of action on my part to get out of this? Can I sue the association for my potential legal fees?


Asked on 5/26/09, 10:28 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Randall Brett Law Office of Randall P. Brett

Re: Judgement

Based on the information you provided, you should not need an attorney. A letter from you to the creditor's attorney should be sufficient, and with that letter you should include proof that you have not had any interest in the property since 2006. However, I suspect that there may be something else going on here. It may be in your interest to consult with an attorney regarding this matter as the creditor may elect to enforce the judgement against you if your ex-husband cannot pay or will not pay. Please feel free to contact my office it you would like to discuss this further.

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Answered on 5/26/09, 12:13 pm


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