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How do I renew a machanics lien in Winnebago, IL.. I have called the recorders office and they have no answer.

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Jan 31, 2022

You wish to "renew" a Mechanics Lien in Winnebago County, Illinois. The problem is that a Mechanics Lien cannot be "renewed." A properly perfected lien has a maximum life of two years. If the lien is not enforced by then - via a suit to foreclose - then it expires. 

What you may have in mind are judgments, which last for 10 years and may be renewed by the filing of a motion in the Court in which rendered.

I hope this information was helpful. Best of luck.

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Feb 2, 2022
You cannot renew a lien. If properly perfected in the first instance, you have 2 years to file suit or the lien is forfeited. You could still sue for breach of contract or quantum meruit but would have no statutory rights under the lien.
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Feb 2, 2022
You cannot renew a lien. It expires 2 years from the last date of work for which the lien was recorded unless suit is filed to enforce the lien.
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