You must first give written notice to the judgment debtor of your intent to collect from their earnings. Forms in this category are now available as Fillable Smart Forms.After you file a Request for Order for Disclosure, court administration will send the debtor an Order for Disclosure and a Financial Disclosure form. The attorney for the judgment creditor shall serve with the writ of execution a notice, instructions, and two copies of an exemption notice. A lien is a legal claim filed with the Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State or county recorder. This brochure explains civil judgments and collection procedures. A lien is a legal claim filed with the Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State or county recorder. A judgment requires a lawsuit. A collection letter is just that—an attempt to collect a debt—it is not a lawsuit. You will be required to fill out a uniform conciliation court form.