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How to Get the Most From a Mechanics Lien Claim
Mechanics liens provide protection against nonpayment, but contractors should be aware of steps to take after filing a lien to assure and expedite payment.
By Nate Budde
January 23, 2018
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by Nate Budde
Nate Budde is an author for The Lien and Credit Journal and works as the Chief Legal Officer at zlien. The leading nationwide mechanics lien service, zlien provides services to help contractors reduce their credit risk through the management of mechanics lien and bond claim compliance. He is a licensed attorney in Louisiana, a graduate of Stanford University (B.A.) and Tulane Law School (J.D.). Connect with him via LinkedIn and Google+.
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