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About Aaron Lay
Aaron Lay is a construction attorney who works in Charlotte, NC. Aaron has 14 years of experience and is licensed to practice in North Carolina and
Tennessee. Aaron attended the University of Tennessee College of Law, graduating in 2007. He currently works at Hamilton Stephens Steele + Martin, PLLC in
North Carolina.
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Aaron Lay's Recent Answers
Jun 15, 2023
From Bonnie Rollins
North CarolinaPreliminary Notice
Partner at Hamilton Stephens Steele + Martin, PLLC
If you are within your lien window, you should file the lien prior to closing.See More...
Jan 18, 2022
From an Anonymous Contractor
North Carolina
Partner at Hamilton Stephens Steele + Martin, PLLC
You would file a lien pursuant to § 44A-24.3. Commercial real estate lien, so long as you meet the requirements. You also have a breach of contract action. I
would engage an attorney quickly to send a demand letter and take the appropriate actions, including filing a lien on the property if you meet the statutory
requirements. I'd be happy to assist.
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Jan 27, 2022
From an Anonymous Contractor
North Carolina
Partner at Hamilton Stephens Steele + Martin, PLLC
You can get the license and be the "qualifier" for your wife's business. The business would still need to register as a general contractor even if you are the
qualifier, but she would not need an individual license. Take a look at https://nclbgc.org/faq-contractors/ 
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Jan 31, 2022
Jan 31, 2022
From an Anonymous Contractor
North CarolinaPerformance Bond
Partner at Hamilton Stephens Steele + Martin, PLLC
You should require that the GC cover the cost of the Bond; however, that is usually negotiable and can be a part of the contract sum between owner and GC. See More...
Jan 4, 2022
From an Anonymous Contractor
North CarolinaBack Charges
Partner at Hamilton Stephens Steele + Martin, PLLC
If you are within 120 days or your last furnshing of labor or materials, you can file a lien and then enforce by a lawsuit. What is the amount owed? See More...