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How To Enforce A Status Quo Order During A Divorce
Alexis Garcia
When you are filing for divorce, one problem you might encounter is that you will need someone to pay the bills to keep the lights on. However, you might wonder if your partner, who was previously paying for these expenses, may choose to stop paying the bills or may choose to default on your mortgage. This is something you should always discuss with a family lawyer.
The Status Quo Order
To handle situations like this, the courts will often issue a status quo order. This is when the courts mandate that all parties involved maintaining the status quo until the divorce proceedings have been completed.
Your attorney will be able to assist you in having the order modified to meet your needs. Status quo orders are designed to be flexible enough to take into account the unique needs of your family. There may be automatic provisions that you may opt out of or modify.
When the Other Party Refuses to Comply
If the other party refuses to fulfill their obligation in accordance with the order, you will be able to request that the courts enforce the order to maintain the status quo. This might include less favorable divorce conditions for the other party.
How Enforcement is Carried Out
Enforcement does not usually involve police intervention. However, the courts might issue a contempt motion. Then, your ex will be given a court date. Your ex will be allowed to make an affirmative defense for why they are not allowed to comply with the court order. If the court accepts the reason, they may choose to modify the court order.
For example, if your partner has recently experienced financial hardship, this might be used as an excuse for the individual's inability to comply with the court order. However, if there is no excuse, willfully failing to comply with a court order can leave your ex in contempt of court.
How to Make Your Case
You will need your family lawyer to assist you in making your case for why your ex is in contempt of court. You must show that your ex knew about the order, chose not to comply with it, and did not have a valid excuse for not complying. For example, if your partner argues that they do not have an income, your family lawyer might present evidence that the defendant still has an income. Then, you can hold your partner accountable.
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