It's difficult to believe you didn't fight to the ends of the earth for your million dollars.

A lawyer would petition the court to freeze the assets pending outcome

Some lawyers would take a sizeable success fee in lieu of 600/HR.

I feel like the other side of the story would be interesting to hear. Or the real reason you didn't pursue it.

I'm sorry it happened to you and glad you could bounce back from it, many people would spiral into addiction or deep depression. I would be in the depression camp for sure.