How do I collect on a divorce settlement?
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How do I collect on a divorce settlement?
I am recently divorced and the judge signed my divorce papers stating my ex-wife will pay me $X . My ex has now moved out of the state. Is this a lost cause? Looking at $24K that is why I am asking. Any help you can provide would be greatly appreciated.
Asked on September 13, 2012 under Family Law, Georgia
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
No, it is not a lost cause. You have two options depending. First, when you say digned the divorce papers do you mean that you entered in to a settlement agreement that was incorporated in to the order of divorce? The agreement is a contract and you can collect by suing based upon same. You can also bring a motion to hold her in contempt. Now, she has moved out of state which makes suing her and obtaining jurisdiction a bit tougher but not impossible. Once youobtain a judgement against her you can file it in the state in which she now resides and execut on it as per that state law: levy, garnishment, etc. Good luck.
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