How does a “lien” work?
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How does a “lien” work?
We completed a project and client has not paid. Contract is signed. Considering getting a “lien” on property. What are our steps? We are Canadian based company. Our client is in the US. Does that effect “lien” laws?
Asked on June 12, 2012 under Business Law, New York
Answers:
B Elaine Jones / The Law Office of B. Elaine Jones
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
It doesn't matter that you are a Canadian based company. The lien laws are the same. You would have to sue the company for breach of contract first, get a judgment and then record it against their property. The important thing is what the contract states and that would have to brought to Court to adjudicate the breach first. If the company you are intending to sue is in the Tampa Bay area give my office a call and I'm sure we can assist you.
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