This Louisiana lien deadline calculator is for general contractors, subcontractors, laborers, suppliers and equipment lessors on private jobs. Louisiana deadlines turn on two records in the parish mortgage records, so it asks two yes-or-no questions: was a notice of contract filed, and was a notice of termination filed? Then enter the termination date, or the date of substantial completion if none was filed, and it shows each deadline under the Private Works Act (La. R.S. 9:4801 and following) with the statute section next to it.
Suppliers to a subcontractor on a notice-of-contract job also enter their last delivery date for the 75-day notice of nonpayment. If you already filed your statement of claim, add that date and we'll show when suit and the notice of pendency are due. If you don't know whether a notice of contract was filed, we'll check the records for you.
It takes about 20 seconds, and it's free. When you're ready to file, LevelSet Collections checks the parish mortgage records and records your statement of claim, in all 64 Louisiana parishes. Liens are $199 to $500 all-inclusive.
Leave blank if you haven't filed yet. With it, we show the enforcement dates too.
Public project? You can't lien public property, but you can still get paid. Ask us how. We get contractors, subs and suppliers paid on public work across the country through Freedom of Information Act and state public-records requests for the contract and payment bond, and Miller Act and state Little Miller Act bond claims. Call or text (469) 694-8003.
What sinks Louisiana liens
- Assuming you have 60 days when a notice of contract and notice of termination were filed. Subs then have 30.
- Not checking the parish mortgage records for a notice of termination, which starts the clock without anyone telling you.
- A supplier to a sub missing the 75-day notice of nonpayment on a notice-of-contract job.
- Filing suit within the year but never recording a notice of pendency of action.
- Recording in the wrong parish or the wrong set of records.
Every deadline above comes from the Private Works Act. For the full rules, read the Louisiana mechanics lien filing guide →
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Pricing and turnaround
Liens are $199 to $500, and that includes recording fees, notarizing and serving. Pre-lien notices are $100. Notices of intent are $100. Typical turnaround is 2 business days, and there's no minimum claim amount. We file in all 64 Louisiana parishes. Collections run on contingency, 10% to 33%, with no charge if we don't collect. Call (469) 694-8003, Monday through Friday, 8am to 7pm.
Frequently asked questions
How long do I have to file a lien in Louisiana?
It depends on whether a notice of contract was filed. With one, subs and suppliers have 30 days after a notice of termination is filed, or 6 months after substantial completion if none is; the general contractor has 60 days or 7 months. Without a notice of contract, everyone has 60 days after the notice of termination or substantial completion (La. R.S. 9:4822).
How long does a Louisiana statement of claim last?
Suit to enforce has to be filed within one year after you file the statement of claim, and a notice of pendency of action recorded within that year (La. R.S. 9:4823(A)(2), 9:4833).
This page is general information, not legal advice. LevelSet Collections is not a law firm; we prepare and file liens and notices as agent for the claimant. Deadlines change and depend on the facts of your job. We'll check your dates against the statute before filing.
Inside your deadline?
Liens $199 to $500, recording, notarizing and serving included. Usually filed in 2 business days. Call (469) 694-8003.
