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    Default Modifying a Divorce Decree

    My question involves divorce in the State of: PA

    Can someone please tell me exactly what I need to do to modify a divorce decree because ex isn't paying mortgage on time and ruining my credit. I do NOT want to hire my lawyer back. He was expensive and sloooow. I would like to somehow do this on my own, but have no idea where to start or what to do or where to get the papers I need to request this be modified. Also, what exactly happens after I fill out the correct papers? Do I go in front of the judge, mediator or what? Any guidance would help. Thank you in advance.

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    Default Re: Modifying a Divorce Decree

    I don't think you need to modify the Divorce Decree. What you need to file is a Petition for Contempt. Sounds like H is in violation of a court order.

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    Default Re: Modifying a Divorce Decree

    Agreed. Contact the court clerk, in the court where your divorce was granted, and find out what forms you need to complete.

    It might go to mediation first, to see if they can kick-start your ex (usually a threat of facing a judge will get him moving). If that doesn't work, then he'll face the judge, and contempt charges.

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    Default Re: Modifying a Divorce Decree

    I believe you need to file a Motion to Compel Compliance with court orders. If she can not pay the mortgage pay it yourself get a judgment and file a lien on the property.

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    Default Re: Modifying a Divorce Decree

    Is she in violation of the divorce decree? She is paying the payments, but she is paying them 30 days late all the time.

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