Confirm the operative decision
The first step is to identify the enforceable order, the amount or obligation due, applicable interest and whether any appeal, stay or procedural requirement affects enforcement.
Review available information
Useful information may include known bank accounts, land, vehicles, shares, receivables, business relationships and financial statements. The reliability and age of each source should be considered.
Select proportionate steps
Different assets may require different enforcement measures. The likely value, existing security, priority claims, cost and time should be considered before choosing a course of action.
Expect practical limits
A successful judgment does not guarantee full recovery. Assets may be encumbered, transferred, difficult to identify or insufficient to satisfy the amount due.
Maintain an enforcement record
A clear record of searches, applications, responses, costs and amounts recovered assists with strategy, client reporting and decisions about further steps.
The appropriate steps depend on the facts, documents, procedural position and current law. Specific advice should be obtained before action is taken.