Lanier County Claim of Mechanics Lien Form (Georgia)

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Claim of Mechanics Lien Form

Lanier County Claim of Mechanics Lien Form

Fill in the blank Claim of Mechanics Lien form formatted to comply with all Georgia recording and content requirements.
Included Lanier County compliant document last validated/updated 9/6/2024

Claim of Mechanics Lien Guide

Lanier County Claim of Mechanics Lien Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.
Included Lanier County compliant document last validated/updated 11/13/2024

Completed Example of the Notice and Claim of Mechanics Lien Document

Lanier County Completed Example of the Notice and Claim of Mechanics Lien Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.
Included Lanier County compliant document last validated/updated 11/20/2024

When using these Claim of Mechanics Lien forms, the subject real estate must be physically located in Lanier County. The executed documents should then be recorded in the following office:

Clerk of Superior Court

56 West Main St, Suite 5, Lakeland, Georgia 31635

Hours: 8:00am - 12:00pm & 1:00pm - 5:00pm Monday - Friday

Phone: (229) 482-3594

Local jurisdictions located in Lanier County include:

  • Lakeland
  • Stockton

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Forms are available immediately after submitting payment.

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  • Updated: The document was updated or changed to remain compliant.
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Can the Claim of Mechanics Lien forms be re-used?

Yes. You can re-use the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have more than one property in Lanier County that you need to transfer you would only need to order our forms once for all of your properties in Lanier County.

What are supplemental forms?

Often when a deed is recorded, additional documents are required by Georgia or Lanier County. These could be tax related, informational, or even as simple as a coversheet. Supplemental forms are provided for free with your order where available.

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No. The blank forms are downloaded to your computer and you fill them out there, at your convenience.

Can I save the completed form, email it to someone?

Yes, you can save your deed form at any point with your information in it. The forms can also be emailed, blank or complete, as attachments.

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Claiming a Mechanic's Lien in Georgia

Mechanic's liens provide security of payment to builders, contractors, and other parties on a construction job. Suppliers of materials, subcontractors and persons delivering materials can also claim a lien. Liens cover building repairs as well. A mechanic's lien works by making it harder for the owner to sell or refinance the property without first paying off the underlying lien. It also gives the person holding the lien the right to foreclose, or force a sale of the property to recover the money owed.

A mechanic's lien is available in Georgia for contractors, subcontractors, materials suppliers, and laborers to recover on past-due accounts for work or materials furnished. O.G.C.A. 44-14-361.1(a)(1). Use caution when filing a mechanic's lien, as the law contains many traps for the unwary. Carefully compute dates and make sure to file all the required preliminary notices, follow all requirements for content and format, and pay the proper recording fees. The form must be notarized as well.

The lien claim should include the following information: 1) the lien claimant's name and address; 2) the claimed lien amount; 3) property owner's name and mailing address; 4) date on which claim became due; 5) description of materials or services provided; 6) address of property where materials or services were provided; and 7) a full legal description of the property. The amount claimed cannot be greater than the overall contract amount. O.G.C.A. 44-14-361.1(e).

The lien must be claimed within 90 days after the final day of furnishing. O.G.C.A. 44-14-361.1(a)(2). The lien claimant must serve the claim of lien within two business days after filing it. Id. Serve the claim by sending a true and accurate copy of the claim of lien by registered or certified mail or statutory overnight delivery to the owner of the property or, if the owner's address cannot be found, it can be sent to the contractor as the agent of the owner. Id. If a Notice of Commencement has been filed pursuant to O.G.C.A. 44-14-361.5, the lien claimant must also serve every contractor listed in it. Id.

Once the lien is filed, be aware it has a limited shelf life. If the amount due still remains unpaid, the claimant must file suit within 365 days of the filing date. O.G.C.A. 44-14-361.1(a)(3). In addition, within 30 days after commencing such lien action, the party suing to foreclose the lien must file a notice with the clerk of the superior court of the county where the subject lien was filed. Id. Finally, if the lien is paid (and after the check clears), release the lien by filing and recording the proper notices.

This article is provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for the advice of an attorney. Please contact an attorney with any questions about filing a claim for a mechanic's lien in Georgia.

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