Contempt proceedings may be used to enforce a judgment or court order requiring a specific act by the other party. Such contempt actions routinely involve the refusal to pay spousal support, family support or child support and the refusal to pay unreimbursed medical expenses and other material issues set forth in the judgment or court order.
The court has the power to hold a party in contempt of court for willfully disobeying a judgment or court order. The contempt statutes provide a wide variety of relief and sanctions including attorneys fees designed to gain compliance of the offending party.
Paul F. Sherman Is an Experienced Enforcement of Judgments Lawyer
Paul F. Sherman has represented clients in a variety of contempt proceedings including the refusal to pay spousal support, divide retirement assets, sell the family home, or pay child support or unreimbursed medical expenses. He has substantial experience in prosecuting and defending all types of contempt motions.
We know you have questions and we have answers. If you would like more information about contempt proceedings or enforcement of judgments, contact the Law Offices of Paul F. Sherman at (503) 223-8441 or Contact Us for a free consultation with an experienced Portland enforcement of judgment lawyer.