The Collection Process: A Complete Guide to Collecting on a BC Judgment
Being awarded judgment and collecting on the judgment are two very different things. Once a court awards you a judgment, the party who owes you money — the “judgment debtor” — doesn’t always pay voluntarily. If they’re uninsured, unwilling, or simply unable to pay, you may need to take active steps to enforce your judgment and collect what you’re owed.
That’s the subject of our ongoing blog series, The Collection Process, written by litigation associate Robert D. Powell. Each post walks through a different BC debt collection method available to a judgment creditor. Catch up on the series below.
Part 1: Registering a Judgment Against Property Registering a judgment against a debtor’s real estate blocks its sale until the debt is paid — and can force a sale if needed.
Part 2: What Is Garnishment? A Powerful Debt Collection Tool Garnishment lets a creditor intercept funds a third party, like a bank, owes to the judgment debtor.
Part 3: Seizure and Sale of a Debtor’s Assets When cash isn’t accessible, a bailiff can seize and sell a debtor’s vehicles, equipment, or other personal property.
Part 4: Examinations and Subpoenas to Debtor These tools compel a judgment debtor to disclose their assets and finances under oath.
Part 5: The Collection Process, Part 5: The Money Judgement Enforcement Act: The final post in the series highlights what’s next once these tools have been exhausted.
Talk to a litigation lawyer
Enforcing a judgment can be as complex as the litigation that produced it. Watson Goepel’s Litigation & Dispute Resolution team regularly advises judgment creditors on the most effective way to collect what they’re owed. Contact Robert D. Powell or reach out to our team to discuss your options.
Disclaimer: This content is provided solely for informational purposes and is not intended for use in any legal proceeding. You should consult a qualified lawyer for advice tailored to your specific circumstances.
