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A Practical Guide to Construction Liens

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$359

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Provider:
NBI, Inc.

Topic(s):
Construction

Who Should Attend?
Attorneys , Contractors , Subcontractors , Building Material Suppliers , Architects, Engineers , Real Estate Developers , Paralegals

Full Seminar Description

Get Step-by-Step Instructions on Lien Filing and Management

Do you know the process and procedures for filing and enforcing construction liens? Do you have the skills to successfully defend against lien claims? Safeguard your interests during construction projects with practical knowledge of the construction lien process. Our experienced practitioners will lead you through each step with sample notices, claim requirements and procedural tips. This how-to course will also provide pertinent instruction on statutory and contractual defenses, using bonds to avoid project delays and more. Register today!

WHAT YOU WILL COVER

• Understand which projects are (and are not) subject to construction liens.
• Discover the intricacies of what is taken into account when determining the lien amount.
• Will enforcing a lien be worthwhile? Find out where your lien ranks among competing liens.
• Ensure lien perfection by complying with statutory requirements for notification and claim filing.
• Extend the life of a lien to enhance the chances of recovery.
• Preserve lien rights by staying on top of critical deadlines during the construction process.
• Avoid costly litigation: Uncover effective strategies for settling lien disputes.
• Safeguard against meritless lien claims by understanding your contractual and statutory defense options.
• Protect cash flow and development interests by knowing the ins and outs of posting bonds to remove liens.
• Get your tough lien-related questions answered by experienced practitioners.

Agenda

OVERVIEW OF THE CONSTRUCTION LIEN
9:00 - 10:15

• What is a Construction Lien?
• Who is Entitled to a Lien?
• How to Detect a Sham Contract
• Which Activities are Lienable?
• What Property is Subject to a Lien?
• What Interests are Subject to a Lien?
• How Do You Determine the Lien Amount?
• What Sources of Money are Available to Pay a Lien Claim?
• How to Avoid the Fraudulent Lien Statute

STEP-BY-STEP PROCEDURES FOR FILING NOTICES AND LIENS
10:30 - 12:00

• Notices Required to Perfect the Lien
• Filing the Lien Claim: Procedures and Required Elements
• The Trigger Date and Deadlines for Preserving Lien Rights
• The Priority Ranking of Competing Liens
• The Right of Removables
• Dealing With Errors and Amendments
• Extending the Life of a Lien and Other Exceptions to the Rules

ENFORCING THE LIEN
1:00 - 2:00

• Step-by-Step Procedures of the Construction Lien Foreclosure Action
• When Arbitration is the Right Choice
• Jurisdictional Considerations
• Effective Settlement Strategies
• Alternatives if a Construction Lien Isn't Feasible

DEFENSES AGAINST LIEN CLAIMS
2:15 - 3:15

• Procedures for Limiting Claims
• Contractual Indemnity Agreements
• Statutory Defense and Indemnity
• Notice Content
• Notice Timing
• Lien Affidavit Content
• Lien Affidavit Timing
• Contractual Defenses
• Bankruptcy Considerations

Q&A ROUNDTABLE: A DISCUSSION OF CURRENT AND PRESSING ISSUES
3:15 - 4:00

• Recent Case Law
• Common Mistakes to Avoid
• Answers to Attendees' Lien-Related Questions

ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS
4:00 - 4:30

• Conflicts of Interest
• Cooperation Among Claimants
• Rules of Professional Conduct
• Attorneys' Fees: Settlement vs. Trial

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This basic-to-intermediate level program provides a step-by-step practical guide to the construction lien process for:

• Attorneys
• Contractors
• Subcontractors
• Building Material Suppliers
• Architects
• Engineers
• Real Estate Developers
• Paralegals

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