Guide to filing a mechanics lien in Lawrence County

Where is the Lawrence County Prothonotary's Office that files mechanic liens?

You can file your mechanic liens in person at the Lawrence County Prothonotary’s Office located at:

Lawrence County Government Center
430 Court Street
New Castle, PA 16101

Phone: (724) 656-2126
E-mail: jesoldo@co.lawrence.pa.us

Office Hours
8:00 am – 4:00 pm Monday through Friday

What is Lawrence County's Recording Backlog?

The Lawrence County Prothonotary’s Office does not publicly disclose information on recording backlog.

Should I file my mechanics lien in Lawrence County?

If your construction project is located in Lawrence County, then yes, you should file your lien here.

What are the margin & page size requirements to file a lien in Lawrence County?

How can I make payment to the Lawrence County Prothonotary's Office?

The Lawrence County Prothonotary’s Office accepts check payments. Check should be made payable to Lawrence County Prothonotary.

What are the filing fees to record a mechanics lien in Lawrence County?

The Lawrence County Prothonotary’s recording fees are as follows:

Lien Fees

Mechanics Lien: $26.00
Federal Tax Lien: $18.00
Commonwealth Tax Lien: $18.00

Copy Fees

Photocopy by Clerk: $0.60 each page
Mail first page: $1.75
Each additional page: $0.60
Certification of any Paper: $1.75

How do I get a recorded copy of my lien from the Lawrence County Prothonotary's Office?

You can obtain a recorded copy of your lien in person at the Lawrence County Prothonotary’s Office located at:

Lawrence County Government Center
430 Court Street
New Castle, PA 16101

Phone: (724) 656-2126
E-mail: jesoldo@co.lawrence.pa.us

Office Hours
8:00 am – 4:00 pm Monday through Friday

Copy fees are as follows:

Photocopy by Clerk: $0.60 each page
Mail first page: $1.75
Each additional page: $0.60
Certification of any Paper: $1.75