If you are ordered to pay attorney fees to the opposing party, what if you are not able to pay the amount?
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If you are ordered to pay attorney fees to the opposing party, what if you are not able to pay the amount?
Asked on November 16, 2015 under Family Law, Maryland
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SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
The other side can use collections techniques to recover the money from you, such as garnishing your wages; levying on (taking money from) a bank or brokerage account; executing on (having the sheriff seize and sell) personal property, like a vehicle; and putting a lien on any real estate you own.
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