Contempt Of Court Guidance

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Filing an Income Withholding Order (IWO) to stop another IWO is not typically grounds for contempt. If your ex-husband avoids paying, you can file a motion for contempt and request a hearing for non-compliance. To get an Order to Show Cause, draft the order, fill out the necessary forms, and file it with the court. Legal aid services like Legal Services of Eastern Missouri or The Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis can assist, but if you dont qualify, consider pro bono lawyers or law school clinics. Organizations like The Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis and St. Louis University Law Clinic often have pro bono programs.

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I’m from St. Louis Mo and I filed an IWO for against my ex for back pay he owes me for spousal support. He went and filed an IWO yesterday to stop my IWO. Can I get him for contempt of court?
Hello ****, generally, filing an Income Withholding Order (IWO) to stop another IWO is not a ground for contempt. However, if your ex-husband continues to avoid paying, you may:
- File a motion for contempt
- Request a hearing for non-compliance
Please consult with a local attorney for specific advice.
They told me I need an order to show cause how do I do that?
To get an Order to Show Cause, you generally need to:
- Draft the order specifying the issue
- Fill out a form (often available online)
- File it with the court
Remember to consult a local attorney for help. Laws can vary in St. Louis, MO.
I can’t afford a lawyer because in my divorce the judge gave me all the marital debt
Hello ****, I understand your situation. There are legal aid services in St. Louis, MO that can assist individuals who cannot afford a lawyer. You can contact a service like Legal Services of Eastern Missouri or The Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis for assistance.
They won’t take my case because I own a home and I make more money than the poverty level
I understand your predicament, ****. There are other options such as pro bono lawyers who may take your case regardless of your income. Consulting a law school clinic in your area could also be helpful as they often provide free or low-cost legal services.
Can you give me the name of these pro bono lawyers
I'm unable to provide specific names, but organizations like The Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis and St. Louis University Law Clinic often have pro bono programs. They can direct you to pro bono lawyers in St. Louis, MO.
Thank you
You're welcome, ****. If you have more questions in the future, don't hesitate to ask. Best of luck with your case.