Florida Construction Law — Lien Preparation

Florida Construction Lien Prepared by a Construction Attorney

Ready Legal helps contractors and suppliers secure payment by preparing Florida construction liens that comply with Florida law.

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Time-Sensitive: Florida construction liens must be recorded within 90 days of your last date of furnishing labor, materials, or services. Missing this deadline permanently extinguishes your lien rights. Do not delay.

Why It Matters

Why Contractors Use Attorney-Prepared Liens

Avoid Costly Errors

Incorrect legal descriptions, owner information, or statutory language can invalidate your lien entirely.

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Comply With Florida Law

All construction liens are drafted to satisfy strict Florida statutory requirements under Chapter 713.

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Protect Your Payment Rights

A properly prepared lien ensures your ability to enforce payment if a dispute reaches the courts.

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Flat Fee Preparation

Predictable pricing makes construction lien preparation simple and accessible for contractors of all sizes.

Common Situations Where Contractors File Liens

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Unpaid Invoice by Owner

The property owner refuses to pay the final invoice despite completed work.

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Dispute Over Payment

The owner or general contractor contests the amount owed for work performed.

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Change Order Conflicts

Disagreements arise over additional work or modifications to the original contract.

Delayed or Withheld Payment

The property owner repeatedly delays payment even after multiple requests.

The Process

How It Works

1

Submit Project Info

Provide details about the property, owner, and work performed using the form below.

2

Client Engagement

Review and sign the engagement agreement to authorize Ready Legal to prepare your lien.

3

Attorney Prepares Lien

Your lien is drafted accurately to comply with Florida law and protect your payment rights.

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Client Records Lien

Receive clear instructions for recording and serving the lien on the property owner.

Request Your Construction Lien

Complete the form with your project details and our team will follow up promptly. You can also reach us directly by phone.

407.258.2002

Monday – Friday  |  9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Information You'll Need

  • Project address and county
  • Property owner name
  • Value of work provided
  • Amount unpaid
  • First and last date of work
  • Notice to Owner date (if served)

Lien Request Form