Full-Service Lien Enforcement
We manage every step:
- Drafting and serving pre-lien notices
- Preparing and filing lien statements
- Serving lien statements to owners
- Filing foreclosure lawsuits when payment isn’t made
We make sure you meet every statutory deadline and avoid fatal errors.
Important Deadlines
- Contractors must serve a pre-lien notice within 10 days of contracting
- Subcontractors and suppliers have 45 days from first labor/materials to serve notice
- Lien statements must be filed and served within 120 days of last contribution
- Foreclosure actions must begin within 1 year of last work, or the lien is void
Miss a step or a deadline, and your lien is unenforceable.
Purposes of a Mechanic’s Lien
- Creates a legal claim against the property
- Preserves your right to payment
- Puts pressure on owners and lenders to resolve disputes
- Allows foreclosure and forced sale if unpaid
A valid lien gives you leverage in negotiations or court.
Common Lien Disputes
- Owners disputing lien validity
- General contractors withholding payment
- Title issues or lien priority battles
- Disputes over extra work or change orders
- Lien waivers and release agreements
We protect your rights and resolve disputes quickly.
Mistakes We Help You Avoid
- Incomplete or late notices
- Failing to serve all required parties
- Listing the wrong amount or dates
- Relying on lien rights that expired
- Filing in the wrong county or venue
We ensure compliance and preserve your rights to the penny.