I was successful in my application in the Law Division for an Order entering judgment against defendant/former client (in accordance with Rule 1:20A-3) following fee arbitration. I have applied to the Clerk in Trenton to have my judgment recorded as a state-wide lien, I now have a copy of my judgment marked "Recorded as a Lien" and it is assigned a "J" number. I am now considering collection.
I've come upon a number of resources for seeking collection of judgments in the Special Civil Part. My judgment is in the Law Division and exceeds the limit of the Special Civil Part, but I wonder if the procedure for collection is the same? Former client is gainfully employed, so I wonder if my best option is to seek an order for wage garnishment. Levies on bank accounts and personal property seem to require the assistance of a sheriff. I'd like to avoid involving a sheriff. Does anyone have any suggestions for collection on a Law Division judgment? Thanks.
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Michael Fleres Esq.
Red Bank NJ
(732)219-9000
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