Georgia

Mechanic's Lien

Deadlines & Filing Guide

Know your notice requirements, lien filing deadlines, and foreclosure deadlines before you lose your rights.

GET YOUR  LIEN TOOLKIT

preliminary notice

Required?

Within 30 days of commencing to furnish (subcontractors)

Lien Filing Deadline

File by:

90 days after completion of work or project

Foreclosure Deadline

Enforce by:

1 year (365 days) after filing lien

Statutory Authority

Where found:

Ga. Code Ann. §§ 44-14-360 et seq.

DEADLINE CALCULATOR

Enter your last day of work to calculate your deadlines.

PRELIMINARY NOTICE
Deadline
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LIEN FILING
Deadline
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FORECLOSURE
Deadline
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Enter your last day of work to see your estimated deadlines.

Where and How to File:

File a claim of lien with the Clerk of the Superior Court in the county where the property is located. Must include property description, amount claimed, and name of contractor. File within time deadline.

Important Notes:

Notice of furnishing labor or materials by Subcontractors should be given within 30 days of commencing work or furnishing materials

Quick Deadline Timeline

Contract
Signed

Work Begins
Signed

Preliminary
Notice

Within 30 days of commencing to furnish (subcontractors)

Last
Furnishing

File Lien

90 days after completion of work or project

Enforce Lien

1 year (365 days) after filing lien