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I filed the lien for non payment, but cant get a straight answer on how long it lasts

TexasMechanics Lien

how long does a lien last in the state of Texas?

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Feb 21, 2020

In Texas, the time period for which a statutory mechanics lien remains effective prior to an enforcement action being initiated depends on the project type. For liens on non-residential property, an action to enforce the lien must be initiated by the later of either:

2 years after the last date on which the lien claimant could file his lien, or
1 year after termination, completion, or abandonment or the project.

However, with respect to liens on residential property, an action to enforce the lien must be initiated by the later of either:

1 year after the last date on which the lien claimant could file his lien, or
1 year after termination, completion, or abandonment of the project.

If an action to enforce the lien is initiated within the appropriate time period, a valid lien will remain effective through the enforcement action. If the action is not timely begun, the lien will expire on the above dates, and become unenforceable.

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Feb 21, 2020

Sure, there's a ton of misinformation out there. I'd suggest you bookmark the following page for a quick reference to your company's rights in virtually any project situation in Texas: https://www.levelset.com/mechanics-lien/texas-lien-law-faqs/

If I can further assist your company with any unpaid invoices, please feel free to call or email. Remember, while perfected lien rights do afford a more direct path to payment, my firm can succeed for you even when lien rights have expired or were never pursued.

Mike Ross Miller, Ross & Goldman mross@mrgpartners.com (512)275-6412 Direct https://www.mrgpartners.com/levelset

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