Gilliam & Mikula is proud to announce a new partnership with Surry County, Virginia. Our firm will now provide specialized legal services to assist the county in collecting delinquent court fees. We are honored to add Surry County to our growing list of municipal partners and look forward to delivering effective, professional results.
The Problem
Court Fee Collection was a Financial Strain on Surry County’s Budget
When the court orders a defendant to pay court costs, fines, or restitution, it expects payment within 90 days of the judgment date. If paid, those amounts go back to the Commonwealth of Virginia and the locality to fund important projects and initiatives. Unfortunately, many of these debts go uncollected, placing a significant and recurring financial strain on the county budget. Paying the government is not optional – it is a legal obligation. Recovering these funds proves to be difficult and requires a specialized process that is persistent and respectful of the individuals involved.
Our Solution
An Attorney-Led, Professional Process
This is where Gilliam & Mikula provides a distinct advantage. As attorneys, we are uniquely positioned to manage this process from start to finish.
Our approach is built on:
Professional Communication
We engage with individuals respectfully, clearly explaining their legal obligation and their payment options.
Legal Expertise
We understand the statutes and court procedures governing these collections, ensuring all actions are compliant and effective.
A Proven Court Fee Collection System
Our team has developed a successful workflow to manage these accounts efficiently, honed through our partnership with other Virginia counties like Louisa.
The ultimate goal is simple: to successfully recover the funds owed to Surry County and replenish the general fund, easing the burden on taxpayers and allowing those funds to be used for other critical public services.
A Trusted Partner for Virginia’s Counties
We are excited to bring our proven track record to Surry County. By handling this complex but necessary task, we allow county staff to remain focused on their core responsibilities, confident that the fee recovery process is being managed professionally and effectively.
Gilliam & Mikula is committed to building strong, long-term partnerships with local governments across the Commonwealth. If you are an official with another Virginia county or city and are interested in learning more about optimizing your court’s collections, we invite you to contact us online or call our office at 804-743-0900 to schedule a consultation.
Gilliam & Mikula is centrally located in Richmond, Virginia, and serves clients throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia. Our attorneys have over forty years of combined experience in various practice areas, representing individuals and businesses. We are licensed to practice in all General District Courts and Circuit Courts of the Commonwealth of Virginia including, Central, Tidewater, and Northern Virginia areas.
The attorneys at Gilliam & Mikula are here to smoothly guide you through the “legal maze” and ensure that you achieve the most favorable outcome.
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