How can I proceed to get a divorce settlement document enforced?
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How can I proceed to get a divorce settlement document enforced?
I was divorced 8 years ago after 14 years of marriage. The divorce settlement was drawn up by my ex and I. Very simple language, no lawyers. We both agreed but he has not done anything we agreed too.
Asked on October 18, 2012 under Family Law, Delaware
Answers:
Anthony Van Johnson / VANJOHNSON LAW FIRM, L.L.C.
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
First, I am assuming that your Settlement Agreement was filed in court and incorporated into the Final Judgment and Decree of Divorce. If my assumption is correct, then the Settlement Agreement becomes the order of the court. You should retain the services of an attorney to bring a contempt action against your ex for violating the court order.
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