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I have had a company in court for money owed to me since last August an they keep delaying ? Can I file mechanics lein

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Worked for this roofing company in Aurora last year in July 2020. Going over receipts for a job I’d sold I found a $1,000 receipt for materials not used on this job . I confronted the owner about it and said that it was fraud. I went to work an was called to the office later an fired for being negative. He ( Storm Solutions Roofing refused to pay me over $9,000 he owed me . I’ve had him in court since last August an his attorney keeps delaying the proceedings . Can I still file a mechanics lein even though the 6 months limit has passed

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Apr 14, 2021
Good morning, I am sorry for the issues. Let's start with timing. If a party that has a lien right missed the timeframe to file a lien, that is it. If they file a lien after that period the affected party may sue to have that lien removed and for their attorney's fees and damages, if any. Moreover, it is unclear that you have any mechanic lien rights. It seems as though you were an employee and your suit relates to not being paid. If that is the case, you have no lien rights at all until you win your suit. Then you can file a judgment lien. I really can't say what is going based on your limited facts to know whether you have a mechanic's lien right at all. It is unclear if your claim is in county court or district court. If the opposing party has an attorney you should consider hiring an attorney at least under a limited representation to provide legal advice as needed. I hope it works out.
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Apr 15, 2021
Who would you file the lien for if your employer did the work? Your best course of action is to seek back wages.
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