Post-Judgment Discovery in California: Turning Court Wins Into Collections
Securing a judgment in court represents a significant milestone for creditors and their counsel, but it is not the end of the process. In reality, it is often where the real work begins. Many debtors are unwilling to pay voluntarily, and creditors are left with a judgment that exists only on paper. This is why Read More »
Using Abstracts of Judgment to Secure a Creditor’s Position in California
Winning a judgment is an important milestone, but it does not guarantee payment. In California, creditors only secure their position when proper enforcement steps are taken. One of the most effective tools is the abstract of judgment, which creates a lien on debtor-owned real property. Attorneys who succeed in court but do not regularly handle Read More »
Strategic Use of Turnover Orders in California Judgment Enforcement
Winning a judgment in California is only the first step toward getting paid. Creditors often face evasive debtors who conceal assets or shift property out of reach. Standard remedies like bank levies or wage garnishments can be useful, but they are not always effective. When those tools stall, turnover orders become a vital option. A Read More »
Enforcing a Sister-State Judgment in California: What Out-of-State Counsel Should Know
Winning a judgment is only half the battle. For attorneys and creditors outside California, the real challenge often begins when a debtor’s assets or income are located here. Under the U.S. Constitution, sister-state judgments are entitled to recognition, but California, as with all other states, requires a formal process for recognizing the sister state judgment Read More »
Enforcing Foreign Judgments in California: What Out-of-State Counsel Should Know
Winning a judgment in another country is an important victory, but collecting against a debtor with assets in California is a separate challenge. Creditors and attorneys outside the state must follow California’s recognition process before they can access enforcement tools like liens, levies, or garnishments. California’s courts are a frequent venue for these matters because Read More »