Writ Of Attachment

WRIT OF ATTACHMENT. This form is issued by the Massachusetts Superior Court is a court order directing a sheriff or deputy to seize a defendant’s property up to a specified value to secure a potential judgment in an ongoing lawsuit. This form is used by a plaintiff who has received court approval to attach the defendant’s assets, ensuring that funds or property will be available to satisfy a judgment if the plaintiff wins the case. The writ specifies the amount to be attached, the defendant’s name and address, and the plaintiff's attorney, if applicable. The attachment process follows Massachusetts Rules of Civil Procedure, Rule 4.1, and requires court authorization before it can be issued. The writ commands law enforcement officers, such as sheriffs or their deputies, to locate and attach the defendant’s goods or estate up to the court-approved amount. Once executed, the officer must complete the Return of Service section to confirm the attachment has been carried out and report it back to the court. This form is commonly used in civil cases involving debts, contract disputes, or claims for monetary damages, where the plaintiff seeks to prevent the defendant from disposing of assets before a final court ruling. www.FormsWorkflow.com