Boynton Beach Enforcement Lawyer
It is a relief when your divorce or family law case is resolved and the court enters an order that governs the parties’ conduct going forward. However, there may be reasons that one party becomes unable, unwilling, or refusing to comply with that order. In such a case, you do have rights under Florida law. You can request that the judge enforce the order through a range of very powerful tools available to the court.
The enforcement process is very meticulous and will require trips to the courthouse, so trust our team at The Law Office of Taryn G. Sinatra, Esq. for legal support. We are knowledgeable about the procedural rules and have extensive experience with contested hearings, so you know your case is in good hands. Please contact us to schedule a consultation with a Boynton Beach enforcement lawyer who can describe how the proceedings work. A few facts are also useful.
What Court Orders Can Be Enforced
To better understand the impact of a court order, think of it as a private law that applies to the named parties. They are legally bound to comply, and they have the legal right to seek enforcement if the other does not. Some of the divorce and family law topics that are subject to enforcement by the court are:
- Property division, if an ex-spouse does not make proper transfers of ownership, title, or interest after the divorce is final;
- Alimony, when the payor stops making payments per the terms of the order;
- Child custody, such as where a parent makes a decision individually when both are required to participate; and,
- Visitation and parenting time, if one parent continually fails with timely pickups, drop-offs, or scheduling.
Note that child support obligations are usually handled through automatic withdrawals from the payor’s wages by the employer or enforced through other legal mechanisms. However, you may need to go to court for enforcement in certain situations.
How an Lawyer Helps with Enforcement
You can count on The Law Office of Taryn G. Sinatra, Esq. to assist with all steps in the process. A South Florida enforcement lawyer will tackle such tasks as:
- Reviewing your circumstances and the court’s existing order;
- Collecting evidence regarding violations and instances of noncompliance by your ex;
- Discussing options with the opposing side to determine whether the dispute can be resolved out of court;
- Preparing the petition for enforcement; and,
- Representing you during a contested hearing on enforcement issues.
We will also diligently defend allegations that you violated the court’s order. In some cases, it is appropriate to seek modification if you cannot comply.
You Can Rely on a Boynton Beach Enforcement Lawyer
When you are seeking enforcement with the court’s order, legal representation is essential. Plus, if you are in the position to defend yourself against claims that you did not comply, you will need skilled legal counsel on your side. To learn more about the process, please contact The Law Office of Taryn G. Sinatra, Esq. We are happy to set up a case assessment with a Boynton Beach enforcement lawyer.
