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Mechanics Lien in Massachusetts

We are an electrical contractor in Massachusetts. We performed work that ended in March 2020. It is a residential customer. The work was contracted through a Prime Contractor [we were a sub]. The amount due is almost $14K. WE DO NOT HAVE A CONTRACT. We sent an Intent to Lien to the homeowner, certified return receipt. They received it. No reply from the homeowner. CAN WE [Levelset] NOW FILE FOR THE LIEN?

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May 14, 2020

Hey, I'm sorry to hear about the challenges you're facing. Unfortunately, Massachusetts lien rights require a signed contract. Here's a link to some more information as to which states require contracts.

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May 14, 2020

(a) For future reference, if I have a contract with the Prime, and we provided a Notice of Intent to Lien within 90 days of completion, we would be able to post a lien? (b) Does Levelset provide legal services if we wish to file against the Prime [General Contractor]?

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