A California Mechanic's Lien: What it Means for You
A California mechanic’s lien is well-known to all contractors. It’s a legal mechanism which allows businesses that have invested labor and materials in the construction of a property to secure an interest in that property if they are not paid for their work. Keith Salek of Salek Law Firm believes that this legal device should fulfill its simple function: to ensure that contractors have effective recourse should they not be paid for work they have performed in good faith.
Ensuring that you obtain an appropriate legal solution for outstanding payments can be complex and extremely time-consuming; the assistance of legal counsel is frequently a must. Salek Law Firm is here to ensure that all of the various steps are completed correctly.
An Experienced Attorney for Your California Mechanic’s Lien
Mr. Salek and the entire Salek Law Firm team are available to offer legal support at every stage of the process, ensuring that the correct procedure is followed, correctly and in a timely manner. We advise any contractor considering this course of action to consult with us first, as the consequences of getting the procedure wrong can be significant. If you’re not sure whether your circumstances are such that a mechanic’s lien is going to be appropriate, or you wish to find out what other options are available before instigating a lien, we are always happy to tell you what your other legal choices may be.
Working on a Contingency “No-win, No-Fee” Basis
Our team knows how problematic it can be for small businesses to deal with legal costs, particularly if you are a contractor who’s now trying to balance the books after having been left unpaid for work you’ve already completed. That’s why we give clients the option to obtain our services through a contingency arrangement, when payment is only required once the mechanic’s lien is enforced.
Keith Salek and Salek Law Firm understand that unpaid invoices are a serious issue for businesses. One or two major defaults can threaten to drive a smaller firm out of business and put livelihoods in peril. After all, it’s not just a matter of not being paid for time and hard work. It’s also that contractors or subcontractors have to spend a great deal of money to perform work on a property: the costs in terms of supplies, equipment, and employees’ time can be ruinous without compensation. We work hard for our clients to ensure that they are able to prosper through the work they’ve honestly performed.
Obtain the Compensation You’ve Worked for with Salek Law Firm
If your business is struggling because you’re not being paid for work it has completed, a timely legal intervention could make an important difference. Salek Law Firm can take you through the entire mechanic’s lien process, as well as suggest alternatives if a lien is not the best legal remedy in your situation.
If you would like to learn more about the mechanic’s lien process and the legal services we provide, please call us at (714) 258-7800. A mechanic’s lien is a legal device going back to the earliest days of our nation. If you’re looking for the expertise needed to make sure it works on your behalf, Mr. Salek and our entire team are here to help.
