Paying a bill your ex-spouse was ordered to pay by the court.
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Paying a bill your ex-spouse was ordered to pay by the court.
I have a bill from my attorney that my ex-husband was ordered to pay from the
court. Am I liable to pay that since he is not?
Asked on January 13, 2017 under Family Law, Indiana
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 7 years ago | Contributor
You are not liable for the payment. Pursuant to the court order your ex is liable for paying your attorney's bill.
Your recourse is to pursue contempt of court against your ex for violating the court order.
You will need to file an Order to Show Cause (court form) for a hearing on contempt of court. Call the court clerk to schedule the hearing. You should also file with the court your declaration signed under penalty of perjury establishing the facts in support of contempt of court against your ex. You should also file any additional supporting evidence. File these items with the court with a proof of service which verifies the date of mailing a copy to your ex so that he will have notice of the hearing.
Ask the court clerk before filing your documents what items are required to file for contempt of court because the required documents may vary from state to state.
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