If my ex is about to come into an inheritance, can I file a lien or something if my ex-husband owes back support?

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If my ex is about to come into an inheritance, can I file a lien or something if my ex-husband owes back support?

Asked on January 9, 2012 under Family Law, Ohio

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M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 12 years ago | Contributor

More than likely you can attach the inheritance when it is depositied in to a bank account.  You probably can not intercept it like a tax return.  Do you have a judgement for the arrears?  I would probably consider taking him back to court and obtaining one so that you have something to file against a bank account or if he passes, collect against his estate.  It all needs to be documented and recorded.  Good luck.


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