Q: How do I collect on a case that was granted in my favor in court. And is still growing interest
The company never showed up for court after being served they moved the company on the same day
A: There are several things that need to happen. The first is usually to prepare (or request the clerk to prepare) an abstract of judgment and record it in the real property records in any county where your judgment debtor owns (or may own) real property. Next, see if you can determine what assets they may have that are subject to execution. For a company, that's everything. Then request a writ of execution and have the Constable serve it on the debtor. It's helpful if you can tell them what property might be available. You can send post judgment discovery to ask about the assets, take a deposition to ask about the assets, or have a receiver appointed to collect. If it's a significant judgment, you need to consider hiring an attorney to help you.
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