Legal Question in Construction Law in California

Deed of Trust or judgement

Is it detrimental to the successful claimant in a civil lawsuit to seek a Deed of Trust (or take any position) on real estate to secure the award/judgement?


Asked on 5/08/08, 7:59 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Carl Starrett Law Offices of Carl H. Starrett II

Re: Deed of Trust or judgement

No and it can increase the chances of payment later on. Your first step should be to record an Asbtract of Judgment and that will put a lien on any real property belonging to the judgment debtor.

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Answered on 5/08/08, 8:03 pm


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