Mechanic’s Lien Attorneys in Austin and Houston

Experienced Enforcement of Mechanics’ Liens and Bond Claims Under Texas Construction Law

When the work is done but payment is not forthcoming, the cash flow constriction can hamper your ability to meet payroll or serve the next client, and has ramifications for downstream parties who may drag your company into claims for non-payment. The law firm of Andrews Myers, P.C., asserts and enforces mechanic’s lien rights and the payment bond claim process on behalf of general contractors, subcontractors and any party not getting paid for supplying materials or labor to the project. We also file liens for construction managers and design team members.

Our Houston, Texas construction law attorneys provide experienced and aggressive advocacy in the filing and prosecution of mechanic’s liens and payment bond claims. Serving the Coastal Bend and all of Texas, our lawyers regularly represent:

  • Suppliers and distributors
  • Manufacturers and fabricators
  • Subcontractors and laborers
  • General contractors and construction managers

Mechanics’ Liens and Payment Bond Claims

When properly filed and pursued, mechanics’ liens confer secured creditor status, putting your payment claims ahead of unsecured creditors. They provide additional leverage to get paid, thus improving collection ratios and lowering accounts receivable balances.

Andrews Myers, P.C. acts swiftly to send notice and record the mechanic’s lien, perfect the lien and sue for enforcement through judgment or foreclosure. Our Austin and Houston mechanic’s lien attorneys have more than 20 years of experience in construction law, including extensive work perfecting mechanic’s liens and resolving payment bond claims with surety companies. We also handle construction default situations and advise clients about strategies for recovery of payments on construction projects when there are no mechanics’ liens or payment bond claims. We also represent owners who need to analyze, challenge, remove or resolve lien claims on their properties.

To consult with an attorney regarding a payment bond claim or mechanics lien in Texas, contact an attorney experienced in mechanic’s liens at our Houston or Austin law office.