Motion for Contempt / Show Cause (Order Enforcement)

When the other party is violating an existing court order — failing to pay court-ordered child support, denying court-ordered parenting time, refusing to comply with a property transfer order, or violating another provision of a consent order or judgment — a Motion for Contempt or Petition for Order to Show Cause compels them to appear before the court and explain their non-compliance. This is one of the most powerful enforcement tools in family law. An optional 30-minute phone consultation is available. 

Includes: 

• Motion for Contempt / Petition for Order to Show Cause (with specific violations documented) 

• Memorandum in Support 

• Proposed Order to Show Cause (directing the other party to appear) 

• Request for Attorneys’ Fees / Sanctions where applicable 

• Certificate of Service 

• Step-by-step filing instruction letter 

Notes: 

• Client must provide a copy of the order being violated and specific dates/details of each violation. 

• The court may schedule a contempt hearing — attendance at that hearing is the client’s responsibility. 

• If immediate emergency relief is needed, contact the firm directly for full representation. 

• Turnaround: 3–5 business days from intake receipt (or after consultation if elected).