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San Diego Enforcement of Judgments and Collections Lawyers

Enforcement of Judgments and Collections

Have you had a ruling made in your favor, and now are struggling to collect your award or judgement?

Very often obtaining a civil court judgment is not the end of the story. Legal counsel can assist with collecting on the court-ordered judgment when the judgment debtor does not pay the judgment.
Attorneys Don and Sam understand the difficulties in handling collection cases.

Both Don and Sam represent a variety of individuals, businesses, and other attorneys’ clients collecting on entered judgments or awards.

When judgment debtors do not pay the judgments, there are several important legal mechanisms to obtain the money that they owe, including:

  • Diverting Income (Wage Garnishment)
  • Attaching or Freezing Financial Accounts
  • Seizing Assets

Determining the appropriate remedies and enforcing judgments can be an extremely complicated and challenging task. It is essential to have an experienced attorney in enforcing civil court judgments, especially one that can assist with navigating these difficult remedies.

Are you ready to receive all that is owed to you?
Contact Attorney Sam Salom to discuss your matter today.

Enforcement of Judgments and Collections

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Samuel M. Salom, Attorney at Law

4025 Camino Del Rio South, Suite 300
San Diego, CA 92108
(858) 997-2264
sam@salomlaw.com

Judgment Enforcement & Collections: Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common questions. General information only, not legal advice.

What is an abstract of judgment?

An abstract of judgment is a court document that, once recorded with the county recorder, creates a lien on the debtor's real property in that county. The debtor usually cannot sell or refinance the property without paying the judgment.

What if the debtor transfers assets to avoid paying?

Transfers made to hinder or defraud creditors can often be undone under California's Uniform Voidable Transactions Act. Courts look at signs such as transfers to relatives, transfers for little or no value and transfers made right before or after a lawsuit.

Are any assets protected from collection?

Yes. California law exempts certain property from collection, including a portion of home equity (the homestead exemption), some wages, many retirement accounts, and limited amounts for vehicles and tools of a trade. An attorney can identify which assets are actually reachable.

Can a bank account be levied?

Yes. With a writ of execution, a levying officer can levy funds in the debtor's bank account. California protects a limited amount in personal accounts from levy, and the debtor can file a claim of exemption for additional protected funds.

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