Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Illinois

mechanic's liens

How long does a contractor have to file a mechanic's lien? Does the court recorders office notify the home owner before a lien is placed on the property?


Asked on 3/10/08, 12:41 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Thomas Moens Moens Law Offices, Chartered

Re: mechanic's liens

Depends on the circumstance--either 60, 90, or 120 days.

No, the Recorder's Office does not notify you before the lien is recorded. In some counties, they may notify you after the fact, but very few do this.

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Answered on 3/12/08, 5:23 pm


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