Civil Lawsuit Basics: Enforcing Judgments
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Thursday, January 3, 2019 12:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
A judgment is often thought of as the conclusion of a civil lawsuit, but sometimes it is only the beginning of a long process of enforcement. In this class, learn about the procedures and methods involved in getting paid on a money judgment in California, and the legal protections available to those who have had a judgment entered against them.
Class covers:
Typical steps to enforcing a judgment (getting paid)
Characteristics of different enforcement tools, including liens, levies and more
When different methods of enforcement may be appropriate
Exemptions and other legal protections for judgment debtors
Presented by Ryan Metheny:
Ryan Metheny is the Managing Librarian, Legal Education at LA Law Library. After graduating from UCLA School of Law, Ryan practiced First Amendment law at a public interest firm in Berkeley. He then transitioned to librarianship to focus on his passions of research and education, and earned a master's degree in library and information science from the University of Washington. When not on the reference desk, Ryan coordinates the educational programming at the law library, the law student internship program, and the Members Program. He also teaches legal research at the University of Southern California Gould School of Law.
Registration fee: $20
Non-refundable, payment reserves spot
Parking options available during registration
LA Law Library does not provide legal advice:
LA Law Library does not provide legal advice. LA Law Library provides legal resources and assistance with legal research as an educational service. The information presented in this program is not legal advice and is provided solely as an educational service to our patrons. For legal advice, you should consult an attorney.
