Legal Question in Civil Litigation in California

The big issue here is whether the judge in 2002 entered a renewed modified judgment, or vacated the renewed judgment entirely. You need to look at the court orders very carefully. On a motion to vacate a renewed judgment, the judge has the discretion to renew the judgment, but correct the calculation. On the other hand, if the renewed judgment was vacated in its entirety, and was not timely renewed, then there is legal error in renewing a judgment 17 years later.

Without reviewing the record it is impossible to ascertain whether you can win an appeal (as Mr. Roach suggests in his post). Among other issues would be the nature of the underlying proceedings - if it was a small claims case your rights may be limited. And, how much is the judgment now worth (at least according to the creditors)?

I am a certified appellate law specialist with offices in Century City and Santa Barbara, and I would be happy to consult with you on this matter (initially at no charge) to determine whether you have grounds for an appeal.

Please see my website at www.LosAngelesAppeals.com for information about myself and contact information.

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