Contractor Lien Lawyer: Protecting What You’ve Earned
As a contractor, you rely on timely payments to keep your projects on track, your crews paid, and your business growing. But when payments are delayed—or worse, never arrive—you need a legal strategy to protect your right to be compensated. That’s where MPP Legal comes in. As your contractor lien lawyer, we help you take full advantage of your rights under Texas law to secure unpaid funds and preserve your financial stability.
The lien process is one of the most powerful tools available to contractors. Filing a mechanic’s lien allows you to claim a legal interest in the property you’ve improved, providing leverage to demand payment for services, labor, or materials. But lien laws in Texas are complex, filled with strict deadlines, precise filing rules, and unforgiving requirements. One mistake, such as missing a notice date or using the wrong form, can render your lien invalid—leaving you with no way to collect what you’ve earned.
As your contractor lien lawyer, we handle all aspects of the lien process with precision, speed, and strategy. We don’t just file documents—we help you protect your rights from the start of the project to the final payment. Whether you’re a general contractor or subcontractor, we’ll guide you step by step through lien notices, affidavits, enforcement actions, and—if necessary—litigation to recover what you’re owed. If you’re serious about protecting your income and holding others accountable, we’re the legal partner you want on your side.
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Full-Service Legal Solutions from an Experienced Contractor Lien Lawyer
We offer comprehensive legal services tailored specifically to contractors dealing with payment issues, disputes, or lien claims. As your contractor lien lawyer, we become an extension of your business—ensuring you stay compliant, protected, and proactive throughout every project.
We begin by ensuring you’re in a position to file a valid lien. That includes advising on proper contract language, documenting change orders and communications, and meeting all pre-lien notice requirements. Many subcontractors lose their lien rights simply because they didn’t serve the right notices on time. We don’t let that happen. We prepare and serve all required notices, including preliminary notices for residential and commercial projects, and ensure your paperwork is legally enforceable.
Next, we draft and record your lien affidavit in the correct county with the appropriate legal descriptions and project details. We know the intricacies of Texas Property Code §53, and we follow it to the letter to give your claim the strongest legal footing possible. Filing a lien is one thing—enforcing it is another. If the property owner or general contractor still refuses to pay, we escalate the matter through formal demand letters, negotiated resolutions, or, if necessary, a foreclosure lawsuit to assert your lien in court.
Beyond enforcement, we also provide defense services. If a property owner or developer claims your lien is excessive, invalid, or improperly filed, we defend your right to compensation and protect your business reputation. We also advise contractors on lien waivers, conditional and unconditional releases, and strategies to avoid payment issues altogether on future projects.
When you work with MPP Legal as your contractor lien lawyer, you get more than legal compliance—you get strategic advocacy designed to recover your money and protect your long-term business interests.
Serving General Contractors, Subcontractors, and Trade Specialists Across Texas
We’re proud to represent a wide range of contractors, including general contractors, subcontractors, trade specialists, and project managers across the state. No matter your role or the size of your business, we provide personalized legal solutions that align with your specific challenges and financial goals.
General contractors often face the toughest payment challenges. You’re responsible for coordinating teams, managing timelines, and ensuring project completion, but you also depend on payments from owners and developers to keep operations moving. When those payments are delayed or withheld, your cash flow suffers—and so does your team. As your contractor lien lawyer, we help you enforce your rights without delay, preserving your ability to collect what you’re owed and keep your project on course.
Subcontractors and trade professionals are especially vulnerable to payment disputes, particularly when they don’t have a direct contract with the property owner. Our legal team ensures that you comply with every pre-lien requirement to preserve your rights, even when you’re several tiers removed from the top of the contract chain. We serve electricians, plumbers, drywall installers, HVAC contractors, concrete crews, roofers, and many more.
We understand that no two projects—or disputes—are the same. Some involve private residential homes; others involve multimillion-dollar commercial developments. We’ve helped contractors recover payment from every type of build, and we tailor our approach to match the scale, scope, and structure of your situation. If you’re a contractor working in Texas and need a lien lawyer who will treat your case like it matters, we are ready to help.
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Choose Marshall Presley & Pipal PLLC for Unparalleled Legal Expertise and Personalized Service Across Industries Nationwide.
Expertise Across Sectors
Marshall Presley & Pipal PLLC offers specialized legal guidance in construction, healthcare, finance, and technology sectors, ensuring precise management of complex legal requirements.
Nationwide Commitment
Our firm extends its dedication nationwide, offering personalized and committed assistance for a wide range of legal issues across various sectors.
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We serve as external general counsel, offering flexible pricing options and leveraging extensive legal expertise to prioritize your business's defense.
The Right Contractor Lien Lawyer for You
When it comes to hiring a contractor lien lawyer, experience, responsiveness, and results matter. We don’t just understand lien law—we’ve built our practice around helping construction professionals secure their rights and collect what they’ve earned. We know that payment issues can derail entire businesses, and we act quickly to resolve them before they grow into larger problems.
Our legal team brings years of focused experience in Texas construction law, real estate disputes, and mechanic’s lien enforcement. We combine this deep legal knowledge with a business-minded approach—giving you not just technical compliance but smart, practical strategies that align with your operations and deadlines. We’re fast, we’re thorough, and we’re aggressive when it comes to getting results.
We also believe in clear communication. When you work with us, you’ll always know where your case stands, what steps are next, and what you can expect in terms of outcomes. We keep you informed, empowered, and protected every step of the way. No more chasing down answers or wondering if your lawyer is actually moving things forward.
Contractors across Texas trust us because we get the job done—and we do it right. If you’re tired of fighting for payments or navigating lien law alone, let us step in and give you the legal firepower you need. We’ll protect your lien rights, fight for your compensation, and help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
