Legal Question in Bankruptcy in Texas

Options for Collecting a Judgement Prior to Bankruptcy

I am in the final process of divorce and received a judgement in family court against my soon to be ex husband for nearly $28,000. I know his intention is to declare chapter 7 once the divorce is final. Is there anything I can do to collect this debt before his BK becomes final?


Asked on 6/17/03, 10:56 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Cheryl Rivera Smith The Smith Law Firm

Re: Options for Collecting a Judgement Prior to Bankruptcy

Have you talked to your divorce attorney about this? If you don't have an attorney, it would be in your best interest to consult with one who handles family law BEFORE your divorce is final.

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Answered on 6/18/03, 9:56 am
Michael Dover Michael A. Dover, PC

Re: Options for Collecting a Judgement Prior to Bankruptcy

It depends upon what the judgment is for. If it is a property settlement, those judgments are usually dischargeable. If the judgment is or can be characterized as a support or alimony obligation, then the debt is usually non-dischargeable. Additionally, some debts that are characterized as property settlements may actually be recharacterized as support obligations.

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Answered on 6/17/03, 11:21 am


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