Legal Question in Business Law in Florida

Lien on commercial property

as a business I did work on a shopping center and they have not paid the bill. How can I put a lein on the property for services rendered


Asked on 7/10/07, 7:27 am

2 Answers from Attorneys

Scott R. Jay Law Offices of Scott R. Jay

Re: Lien on commercial property

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If the work you did was in the nature of construction, you can file a lien under the Florida Mechanics Lien laws. Their are strict deadlines for filing and if you miss a deadline, you are prohibited from availaing yourself of the statute. You should consult an attorney who can advise you of your legal rights and obligations.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

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Answered on 7/11/07, 2:28 am
Trey Miller Law Office of Trey E. Miller III, P.A.

Re: Lien on commercial property

If the work you did was some type of construction, you can proceed under the construction lien statutes filing a claim of lien on the property for services rendered. Are you a general contractor or a sub?

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Answered on 7/10/07, 9:57 am


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