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Do I need an attorney to get a court order enforced?
Exhusband was court ordered to make house
payment. House is about to foreclose as he
has not made payment in 3 months.
Asked on July 12, 2016 under Family Law, Texas
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 7 years ago | Contributor
You can pursue contempt of court against your ex-husband without an attorney.
You will need to file an Order to Show Cause (OSC) court form in order to schedule a hearing. You should also file a declaration signed under penalty of perjury stating the facts and any documents supporting your case for contempt of court. Also, include a proof of service (court form) to verify the date of mailing a copy of your documents to your ex-husband so that he has notice of the hearing.
Ask the court clerk if any additional documents are required because the required documents may vary from state to state.
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