How long does a judgement lien last in Ohio?

Q: How do you satisfy a judgment lien?

To satisfy a judgment lien in Ohio, you must pay the judgment amount in full or reach a settlement with the creditor. Once satisfied, the creditor should file a satisfaction of judgment with the court, which officially releases the lien. It's advisable to obtain a copy of this document for your records.

Q: How to foreclose on a judgment lien?

To foreclose on a judgment lien in Ohio, the creditor must file a lawsuit to enforce the lien. This typically involves proving that the debt is still owed and following the legal procedures for foreclosure. If successful, the court may allow the sale of the property to satisfy the debt.

Q: What does notice of judgement lien mean?

A notice of judgment lien is a legal document that informs interested parties that a creditor has a lien against a debtor's property due to an unpaid judgment. This notice serves to protect the creditor's interest in the property and can affect the debtor's ability to sell or refinance the property.

Q: What does a judgement lien do?

A judgment lien secures a creditor's claim against a debtor's property, allowing the creditor to potentially collect the debt through the sale of that property. It can limit the debtor's ability to sell or refinance their property until the lien is resolved.

Full question:

If you receive a letter to appear in a lawyers office on a judgement lien that is 19 years old and it is not a certified letter do you have to appear in his office on that date to give a Deposition--also how long does a judgement lien last in Ohio

Category: Judgments
Date: 04/07/2025
State: Ohio

Answer:

We cannot give legal advice. The following is not a substitute for the advice of a local attorney. But we hope the information will be useful.

A judgment lien does not expire. You imply that you received this "letter" out of the blue. Assuming you are not currently involved in a lawsuit, you are not required to appear at a law office, but you ignore this letter at your peril. Trying to ignore the issue in the hope it will go away is probably not going to work. You should contact a local attorney and discuss the situation with him/her. You should consider calling the attorney who mailed the letter and asking for more information, and insisting on a phone interview at a time of your convenience rather than travel to a law office.

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FAQs

How long can a judgement lien last?

In Ohio, a judgment lien can last for up to five years from the date it was filed. However, it can be renewed for additional five-year periods as long as the judgment remains valid. If the judgment is not renewed, the lien will eventually expire. It's important to keep track of these timelines to avoid complications.