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Do I need a attorney to enforce my divorce decree?
Asked on May 15th, 2015 on Divorce - Nebraska
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Should I hire a lawyer to have my divorce decree enforced?
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James T. Weiner, P.C.
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generally yes if you do not know how to do it yourself.
Answered on May 18th, 2015 at 4:58 AM
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Law Offices of Aimee C. Robbins
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Absolutely and you may be able to recoup the attorney fees if you win and the opposing party is found in contempt of the divorce decree.
Answered on May 18th, 2015 at 4:58 AM
It is generally a good idea as enforcement can get complicated
Answered on May 18th, 2015 at 4:37 AM
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Probably, since enforcing it usually means the other party hasn't paid up.
Answered on May 18th, 2015 at 4:01 AM
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There's no law requiring you to hire a lawyer, but it's generally a lot easier with a skilled lawyer on board. Good Luck.
Answered on May 15th, 2015 at 4:15 PM
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You can attempt first to have the decree enforced through the friend of the court if it has to do with child or spousal support. Generally if it has to do with property you will have to go to the court itself and in that case, or if the friend of the court will not act on its own, an attorney is extremely helpful.
Answered on May 15th, 2015 at 2:56 PM
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Depends on what you are trying to do. Note that if the other side is held in contempt they may be required to pay at least some of your attorney fees. Best wishes!
Answered on May 15th, 2015 at 2:55 PM
That would very smart of you to do that. Not only will your attorney assist you in enforcing the divorce decree, but he/she could also ask the Court to award attorneys fees against your spouse so the enforcement would not ultimately cost you. Good luck.
Answered on May 15th, 2015 at 2:53 PM
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Diane L. Berger
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That would depend on what portion of the Decree you need enforced.
Answered on May 15th, 2015 at 2:49 PM