Entering Judgment Solicitors
A judgment is made at the conclusion of a claim, after any outstanding disputes over debts have been settled.
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Entering Judgment
A judgment is made at the conclusion of a claim, after any outstanding disputes over debts have been settled.
It is the final stage of the court procedure. The judgment will detail the amount of the liability which must be settled by the debtor. It will also set out any payment schedule that the debtor must adhere to. The act of entering judgment is carried out by the court and it creates a formal record of the decision that is reached and the outcome.
Request for Judgment
It is possible to request that the court enter judgment if an adequate response is not received from the debtor. This process begins with the completion and submission of a Request for Judgment form which a solicitor is able to carry out. After this has been done the court will assess the request and any response provided by the debtor before issuing a Judgment.
After Judgment
Once judgment is entered the defendant is under a legal order to meet the terms specified by the court. At this stage if the debtor does not make payment as ordered, then the next step to take is to enforce the debt.
Frequently Asked Questions about Entering Judgement
What does it mean to enter judgment?
It is the final stage of the court procedure. The judgment will detail the amount of the liability which must be settled by the debtor. It will also set out any payment schedule that the debtor must adhere to.
How can I avoid paying a judgment?
An individual may apply to prevent payment after judgment if they are unable to pay and will need to disclose full financial status that demonstrates they are unable to pay the amount owed.
How do you satisfy a judgment?
Once a judgement is paid, it is noted on the register. The CCJ will remain on the file for 6 years, but it will be noted that it was paid
What happens after requesting judgment?
Once judgment is entered the defendant is under a legal order to meet the terms specified by the court. At this stage if the debtor does not make payment as ordered, then the next step to take is to enforce the debt.
How do you collect money from obtaining judgment?
There are a number of ways to collect monies after obtaining judgement. These include taking control of goods, attachment of earnings order, a statutory demand and either a bankruptcy petition or a winding up petition.
Contact the Franklins Entering Judgment team
If you have any questions about entering judgment, please don’t hesitate to contact our team of experts who are on hand and ready to help you.
