Skilled Mechanic’s Liens Attorneys In Woodstock

If you’re a contractor or subcontractor who hasn’t received payment for work you’ve done on a property, you may be able to file a mechanic’s lien. Also known as a materialmen’s lien, filing a lien can help you get the money you’re owed for your work.

At Oliver Hughes LLC, we have years of experience in navigating these cases. We can help you every step of the way to seek the payment you deserve.

Understanding Georgia Mechanic’s Liens

A mechanic’s lien is a legal claim used by contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers to receive payment for any work done on a property, such as when remodeling or building a home. The claim is filed against the home or the property where the contractor or subcontractor worked, not necessarily against the person who missed the payment. For example, if the general contractor failed to pay a subcontractor for remodeling, the subcontractor can file a mechanic’s lien on the home. The homeowner is the one responsible for fulfilling the payment owed to the unpaid subcontractor.

If you’re a contractor or subcontractor who has not received your payment, you will need to:

• Provide a notice to the property owner regarding what you contributed and the unpaid bills for your work
• File a claim of mechanic’s lien in the county where the property is located
• File within 90 days from the date when you worked on the property or supplied materials

Filing your claim on time is especially crucial for these cases. We will guide you through the steps to ensure your claim is accurate and filed properly.

Representation For Contesting Mechanic’s Liens

If you’re a property or homeowner who has been served a mechanic’s lien claim that you wish to contest, Oliver Hughes LLC can help.

We understand that mechanic’s lien claims may be partially accurate or false in many cases. If you believe that the claim is inaccurate and wish to fight back against it, we can help you consider your options. A mechanic’s lien can prevent you from selling your home as it’s a legal lien that must be released by the claimant or through fulfillment of payment.

The claimant has up to a year to take action in court to enforce the lien. If they do not, then the lien is terminated. While you could wait it out, you can also send the claimant a “Notice of Contest” to challenge the lien. By doing so, the deadline for the claimant to pursue legal action drops to 60 days. If the claimant does not enforce the lien within those 60 days, the lien will be terminated within 30 days.

We can help you through this process. Drafting and submitting a “Notice of Contest” can be tricky. Let us assist you with making sure you file the notice correctly to your county’s superior court. We can also represent you in a trial if the claimant does take your case to court to enforce the lien.

Schedule A Free Consultation Today

Filing or contesting a mechanic’s lien can be complicated without the knowledge of a skilled attorney. We will support you step by step to ensure you don’t miss any deadlines and file your claims appropriately.

Call today at 470-863-3824 or send an email through the online form.