Lexis Nexis The Complete Guide to Mechanic's and Materialman's Lien Laws of Texas
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The Complete Guide to Mechanic's and Materialman's Lien Laws of Texas is a comprehensive single-volume practice tool that covers the entire process of filing, perfecting, and foreclosing liens in a clear step-by-step manner. The Guide is ideal for solo practitioners, small firms, and non-attorneys who work in construction, including contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, developers, and owners. Inside you'll find:
• Concise, detailed analysis of lien laws governing both private and public construction projects
• In-depth discussion of notice, limitations, and attorney's fees
• Full text of a wide range of relevant statutes
• More than 30 forms
• Complete set of timetables for filing liens and sending required notices.
Don't find yourself without The Complete Guide to Mechanic's and Materialman's Lien Laws of Texas next time you have to file a lien. Get your copy today and keep it on your office shelf or desktop so you will never be unprepared.
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Authors / Contributors
Barnes, Wayne R.
Wayne R. Barnes is a Professor of Law at the Texas A&M University School of Law, where he focuses on contract law. Prior to joining the Texas A&M faculty, Professor Barnes practiced law at Strasburger & Price in Dallas, and earlier at Gibson, Ochsner & Adkins in Amarillo, Texas. As a practicing attorney, Professor Barnes concentrated on cases in the area of commercial litigation.
Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1
Constitutional and Equitable Liens
CHAPTER 2
Current Mechanic's Lien Law: Chapter 53 of the Texas Property Code
CHAPTER 3
Perfecting the Lien Under Chapter 53
CHAPTER 4
Priorities, Preferences and Foreclosing the Lien
CHAPTER 5
Bonds
CHAPTER 6
Trust Fund Statute
CHAPTER 7
Liens Against Mineral Property
CHAPTER 8
Bankruptcy
CHAPTER 9
Tables and Forms
APPENDIX I
Relevant Statutes
APPENDIX II
House Bill Analysis
APPENDIX III
2001 C.S.H.J.R. 5 Analysis
APPENDIX IV
Article 16 Texas Constitution
APPENDIX V
2003 House Bills
APPENDIX VI
2005 House Bill 629
