This can be after a trial, inquest, arbitration, default, confession, stipulation, or motion. If the Debtor has land: A judgment filed in a County Clerk's Office becomes a lien on the Debtor's land or land he or she buys in the county.In Michigan if you get a COURT JUDGMENT against someone that owns a house you can put a judgment lien on the house. If you file for bankruptcy, you can get rid of judgment liens on your property through a process called lien avoidance. Access the forms and information you need to file or respond to a small claims case. Many judgment debtors go to great lengths to avoid paying. Here are some tips on how to collect a judgment. A judgment lien arises when a court rules you owe a debt, allowing the creditor to claim your nonexempt property until the debt is paid. Civil Actions are filed in the Wayne County Clerk's Office Court Services Unit, within the jurisdiction of the Circuit Court and the County of Wayne. To submit your application please fill out this form and save it to your computer or smartphone.