Construction and Mechanics Liens and Bond Claims in Oregon and Washington
Caring for Businesses as People
Making a profit and even staying in business can be an ongoing challenge in the construction industry. When business plans are threatened by an owners' failure to pay for work performed or materials supplied, a business can face a serious problem.
Fortunately, construction and mechanics liens provide subcontractors, contractors, vendors and other parties' powerful rights to recover payment when owners refuse to pay. However, the lien process must be followed precisely or lien rights may be lost. For instance:
- Failure to provide a Notice of Right to Lien may render a lien unenforceable, even if the lien is recorded on time.
- The lien must be recorded with the county recorder, whether there is a contract with the owner, or a notice of right to lien has been provided, no later than 75 days after the last day of providing labor, transportation, materials or equipment to the project. Failure to record the lien will jeopardize lien on time rights.
At the Smith Firm, attorney David Smith has provided construction and mechanics lien and bond claim legal services throughout the Portland, Oregon, metropolitan area since 1996. He is skilled at investigating work performed, coordinating with and consulting with experts to evaluate the loss in a construction lien claim, and pursuing clients' lien and payment rights. Attorney Smith can:
- Prepare, record, provide notices, and perfect lien rights
- Initiate suits foreclose construction liens
- Represent subcontractors against contractors regarding recovering payment from their bond
- Pursue bond claims, including CCB complaints
- Represent owners, contractors and other parties in contesting lien disputes
- Represent parties in disputes involving pubic projects and bond claims
Do not take risks when payment for work performed or received is at stake. For a discussion of the case, contact the Smith Firm.
Contact Us
For questions regarding construction and mechanics liens and bond claims, contact the Smith Firm. We accept credit cards, are available for evening and weekend appointments, and are conveniently located right off highway 205 in historic Willamette. To contact a lawyer, call 503-342-2623 or 866-986-6312.
