Montana

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 20 days of first furnishing (those not contracting directly with owner)

Lien Filing Deadline

File by:

90 days after last furnishing

Foreclosure Deadline

Enforce by:

2 years after filing lien

Statutory Authority

Where found:

Mont. Code Ann. §§ 71-3-521 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 County Clerk and Recorder in the county where the property is located. Must include property description, amount claimed, and name of owner.

Important Notes:

Quick Deadline Timeline

Contract
Signed

Work Begins
Signed

Preliminary
Notice

Within 20 days of first furnishing (those not contracting directly with owner)

Last
Furnishing

File Lien

90 days after last furnishing

Enforce Lien

2 years after filing lien