Alimony Payment Enforcement
Alimony is designed to help balance a couple’s financial situation following divorce. It is spousal support that is legally enforced; payments may be agreed upon inside or outside the courtroom but must be legally approved. A schedule will be drawn out to establish how much and when payments should be made. Should one spouse fail to follow this court-ordered schedule, there are many ways to enforce these court orders.
Enforcing alimony payments will require legal help. The experienced Houston alimony payment enforcement lawyers of Garg & Associates, P.C., have the determination and knowledge necessary to help you receive your alimony payments. Contact our offices at 800-242-2151 to learn more about your rights.
How the Court Enforces Alimony Payments
If your ex-spouse is refusing to pay you the alimony you deserve, an attorney can help you find the best way to enforce your former spouse’s alimony payments. The following are options in enforcement:
- File for a court order that allows for the repossession and sale of an individual’s property to make up for lost payments
- Request wage garnishment from the ex-spouse which is in turn given to their former spouse
- Ask the court for a “contempt” hearing
- Require your ex-spouse to put money up front in order to establish “security” in the case of missed payments
Child support enforcement may also be a concern if an individual is failing to make correct alimony payments. There may be harsh repercussions for failing to make child support payments.
Contact Us
If your spouse is failing to make their alimony payments, contact the Houston alimony payment enforcement attorneys of Garg & Associates, P.C., today by calling 800-242-2151. We can discuss your situation in further detail so that you can determine the best way to fight for your alimony.
