Step 1 — Identify the Project Type
Determine whether your New Jersey project is commercial or residential. This controls whether pre-lien procedures apply.
If the project is residential and you lack a direct contract with the owner, file the Notice of Unpaid Balance and Right to File Lien within 60 days of last furnishing and complete the required arbitration before proceeding.
Step 2 — Prepare the New Jersey Mechanics Lien
Before filing a mechanics lien in New Jersey, the claimant must carefully prepare the lien document to strictly comply with statutory requirements. The lien must accurately identify:
Claimant’s legal name and address
Property owner’s name
Hiring party’s name
Legal description of the property
Description of labor, materials, equipment, or services provided
First and last furnishing dates
Amount unpaid and claimed
Verification or sworn statement
Step 2 — Prepare the New Jersey Mechanics Lien
Before filing a mechanics lien in New Jersey, the claimant must carefully prepare the lien document to strictly comply with statutory requirements. The lien must accurately identify:
Claimant’s legal name and address
Property owner’s name
Hiring party’s name
Legal description of the property
Description of labor, materials, equipment, or services provided
First and last furnishing dates
Amount unpaid and claimed
Verification or sworn statement