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Remove Mechanics Lien
Summary
In Texas, if a mechanics lien is filed without proper notice, you can challenge it. Texas law mandates a 5-day notice after filing. To remove the lien, draft a petition highlighting the lack of notice, file it in Dallas County court, serve the lienholder, and attend the hearing. Consider consulting a local attorney for guidance.Full Conversation
There is a dispute over payment. they also never gave me the 5 day notice that they sent me the lien after it was filed.
Hi Willie! In Texas, if a mechanic's lien was filed without proper notice, you may have grounds to challenge it. Here are some key points about mechanic's liens:
- Texas law requires a *-day notice after filing the lien.
- You can file a petition to remove the lien due to improper notice.
Have you considered contacting a local attorney to assist with the filing process?
- Texas law requires a *-day notice after filing the lien.
- You can file a petition to remove the lien due to improper notice.
Have you considered contacting a local attorney to assist with the filing process?
yes
If there's a dispute and improper notice, you likely have strong grounds for removing the lien. Contacting a local attorney is a good move.
Would you like information on how to file the petition yourself or assistance in finding an attorney?
Would you like information on how to file the petition yourself or assistance in finding an attorney?
How would I file myself?
To file a petition to remove a mechanic's lien in Texas yourself, follow these steps:
*. Draft the Petition: Clearly state the facts, highlighting the lack of notice.
*. File the Petition: Submit the petition to the appropriate court in Dallas County.
*. Serve the Other Party: Ensure the lienholder receives a copy.
*. Attend the Hearing: Present your case in court.
Do you need more details on any of these steps?
*. Draft the Petition: Clearly state the facts, highlighting the lack of notice.
*. File the Petition: Submit the petition to the appropriate court in Dallas County.
*. Serve the Other Party: Ensure the lienholder receives a copy.
*. Attend the Hearing: Present your case in court.
Do you need more details on any of these steps?
can you write the petition for me?
Hi Willie! I can guide you on how to draft the petition for removing the mechanic's lien in Dallas County, Texas. Here's a template to help you get started:
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Petition to Remove Mechanic's Lien
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF DALLAS COUNTY, TEXAS
[YOUR NAME], PETITIONER
VS.
[LIENHOLDER'S NAME], RESPONDENT
CASE NO: [Your Case Number]
PETITION TO REMOVE MECHANIC'S LIEN
TO THE HONORABLE JUDGE OF SAID COURT:
*. Parties
a. Petitioner: [Your Name], residing at [Your Address].
b. Respondent: [Lienholder's Name], with a business address of [Lienholder’s Address].
*. Jurisdiction and Venue
This Court has jurisdiction over this matter, and venue is proper in Dallas County, Texas.
*. Facts
a. Petitioner is the owner of the property located at [Property Address].
b. Respondent filed a mechanic's lien against said property on [Date of Lien Filing].
c. Petitioner disputes the payment claim.
d. Respondent failed to provide the required *-day notice after filing the lien as mandated by Texas law.
*. Cause of Action
Under Texas Property Code § *.*, proper notice must be given to the property owner within 5 days of filing a mechanic’s lien. The failure of the Respondent to provide such notice invalidates the lien.
*. Request for Relief
Petitioner requests the Court to:
a. Remove the mechanic's lien filed by the Respondent against the property.
b. Award Petitioner any costs incurred in this action.
c. Grant any other relief deemed appropriate by the Court.
PRAYER
WHEREFORE, Petitioner prays that the Court grant the relief requested herein and any other further relief as the Court deems just and proper.
Respectfully submitted,
[Your Signature]
[Your Printed Name]
[Your Address]
[Your Phone Number]
[Your Email Address]
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Make sure to fill in the blanks with your specific information. Once completed, file the petition with the appropriate court in Dallas County, serve a copy to the lienholder, and attend the hearing to present your case. If you need further assistance, feel free to ask!
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Petition to Remove Mechanic's Lien
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF DALLAS COUNTY, TEXAS
[YOUR NAME], PETITIONER
VS.
[LIENHOLDER'S NAME], RESPONDENT
CASE NO: [Your Case Number]
PETITION TO REMOVE MECHANIC'S LIEN
TO THE HONORABLE JUDGE OF SAID COURT:
*. Parties
a. Petitioner: [Your Name], residing at [Your Address].
b. Respondent: [Lienholder's Name], with a business address of [Lienholder’s Address].
*. Jurisdiction and Venue
This Court has jurisdiction over this matter, and venue is proper in Dallas County, Texas.
*. Facts
a. Petitioner is the owner of the property located at [Property Address].
b. Respondent filed a mechanic's lien against said property on [Date of Lien Filing].
c. Petitioner disputes the payment claim.
d. Respondent failed to provide the required *-day notice after filing the lien as mandated by Texas law.
*. Cause of Action
Under Texas Property Code § *.*, proper notice must be given to the property owner within 5 days of filing a mechanic’s lien. The failure of the Respondent to provide such notice invalidates the lien.
*. Request for Relief
Petitioner requests the Court to:
a. Remove the mechanic's lien filed by the Respondent against the property.
b. Award Petitioner any costs incurred in this action.
c. Grant any other relief deemed appropriate by the Court.
PRAYER
WHEREFORE, Petitioner prays that the Court grant the relief requested herein and any other further relief as the Court deems just and proper.
Respectfully submitted,
[Your Signature]
[Your Printed Name]
[Your Address]
[Your Phone Number]
[Your Email Address]
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Make sure to fill in the blanks with your specific information. Once completed, file the petition with the appropriate court in Dallas County, serve a copy to the lienholder, and attend the hearing to present your case. If you need further assistance, feel free to ask!
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