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Mechanics Lien in Metro Detroit
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Before you hire
Mechanics Lien Attorney in Detroit: what to expect
A mechanics lien attorney in Detroit helps contractors, suppliers and property owners in Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties with construction liens, sworn statements and lien waivers. In Michigan, what many people call a mechanics lien is a construction lien under the Construction Lien Act. It lets a contractor, subcontractor, supplier or laborer who improved real estate claim an interest in the property for unpaid work. The rules are technical, and the deadlines are strict for both sides.
Under the Act, the right to a lien generally ends unless a claim of lien is recorded with the county register of deeds within 90 days after the claimant last furnished labor or material, and a lawsuit to enforce it must be brought within one year after it was recorded. Subcontractors and suppliers may also need to give a notice of furnishing, and residential projects have added protections for homeowners.
Contractors hire a lien attorney to protect payment. Owners hire one to review a lien on their title, check sworn statements and waivers, and get an invalid lien discharged. For broader project disputes see construction law. You can also compare Detroit construction and property attorneys.
What a good engagement includes
- Review of the contract, invoices, sworn statements and waivers
- A timeline of the key lien deadlines for your project
- Preparation and recording of a claim of lien, or review of one recorded against you
- Notices required under the Construction Lien Act
- Negotiation of payment, bonding or a discharge
- Lien foreclosure or defense in court if needed
- A written fee agreement
What drives the fee
- Fee structure: flat fee to prepare a lien, hourly for enforcement or defense
- Amount claimed and number of parties in the payment chain
- Residential versus commercial project rules
- Whether notices and sworn statements were handled correctly
- Whether the lien is enforced in court or settled
- Recording and court costs, separate from attorney fees
Rebuild Detroit does not publish fees. Ask each attorney to explain the fee basis in writing and compare.
Licensing and ethics in Michigan
Anyone practicing law in Michigan must be an active member of the State Bar of Michigan. Look up the attorney by name in the State Bar member directory and confirm the status shows good standing before you sign anything.
Michigan ethics rules require the fee basis to be explained, preferably in writing, and contingent fee agreements must be in writing. The Construction Lien Act sets the recording, notice and enforcement deadlines; missing one can end the lien right, so contact an attorney as soon as a payment problem appears.
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How to compare attorneys
- Ask how many Michigan construction lien matters the attorney handles.
- Ask them to map every deadline for your project in writing.
- Compare flat fee lien preparation with hourly enforcement costs.
- Ask how they handle residential projects and homeowner defenses.
- Check good standing in the State Bar of Michigan member directory.
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Common questions
Mechanics Lien in Detroit: FAQ
The Construction Lien Act generally requires the claim of lien to be recorded within 90 days after your last furnishing of labor or material. Confirm the exact date with an attorney.
A lawsuit to enforce the lien generally must be brought within one year after the claim of lien was recorded.
Talk with an attorney. They can check whether notices, sworn statements and deadlines were followed and whether the lien can be removed.
Cost depends on whether you need a lien prepared and recorded, a foreclosure lawsuit filed, or an invalid lien discharged, plus the amount claimed and the number of parties. Ask for the fee structure in writing.
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