Contempt and Enforcement

At the law firm of Hammerle Finley, our lawyers help parents who seek order enforcement to collect child support or spousal support (alimony). We also defend the payor's rights in contempt and enforcement actions. With locations in Denton, Lewisville and McKinney, our attorneys serve clients throughout Texas, including the Frisco, Plano, Collin County, Denton County, Tarrant County.

Enforcement of Child Support and Alimony Orders

For most people, child support payments are crucial in making ends meet and ensuring that you and your child are fully protected and cared for. When these payments fall short of what is ordered by the court, both parents and especially the children involved will suffer the consequences of yet another dispute in the family. We represent ex-spouses, mothers and fathers in actions for the enforcement of a court order for support.

Parents should bear in mind that denying visitation to a delinquent parent who is violation of a support order is illegal, and that parent who withholds visitation or custody likewise can be held accountable for violating the custody order.

Contempt Actions

If a parent falls behind on their obligations to pay child support or alimony, they could be held in contempt of court for not following the terms of the decree. Unlike an enforcement action to collect overdue support payments, if one is found guilty of contempt of court, they could face severe penalties, a criminal conviction and even jail time for a felony offense in some cases.

Both enforcement and contempt actions are very serious actions requiring the skills of an experienced family law litigation lawyer to protect your rights. Contact Us for reliable guidance and effective representation.