Owed money on a job in Mississippi? LevelSet Collections prepares and files Mississippi liens for general contractors, subcontractors and suppliers, in any county. We're based in Carrollton, Texas, and we've filed more than 1,100 liens since 2020. You send the job details; we handle the paperwork, filing and required notices.
How filing works in Mississippi
Mississippi liens are filed with the chancery clerk and must carry specific statutory language. We use a compliant form and mail the owner and GC copies within the 2-business-day window. Liens are recorded with the chancery clerk of the county where the property sits.
Mississippi deadlines at a glance
| Step | Deadline |
|---|---|
| 30-day notice to GC (not single-family homes) | 30 days after first furnishing, for parties with no contract with the GC |
| Pre-Lien Notice (single-family homes) | At least 10 days before filing |
| Claim of lien | 90 days after last furnishing |
| Copies to owner and GC | 2 business days after recording |
| Action + lis pendens | 180 days after filing |
For the full rules, who can file and common mistakes, read our Mississippi lien deadline guide →
What trips people up in Mississippi
- The lien must state that it expires in 180 days and that the owner may contest it.
- Copies to the owner and GC are due within 2 business days of recording.
- A Notice of Contest from the owner can end the lien in 90 days unless you sue.
What we need from you
- Property address and owner name if you have it
- Who hired you and their contact info
- Your contract, bid or work order
- Unpaid invoices and the amount owed
- Your first and last day of work or delivery
- Copies of any notices you already sent
Missed the Mississippi deadline?
The debt is still owed. We collect unpaid construction invoices in Mississippi on contingency, 10% to 33%, with no charge if we don't collect. See construction collections →
Pricing and turnaround
Liens are $199 to $500, and that includes recording fees, notarizing and serving. Pre-lien notices are $100. Typical turnaround is 2 business days, and there's no minimum claim amount. 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.
Other states we file in
Texas · Georgia · Kansas · Kentucky · Louisiana · Michigan · Minnesota · Missouri · Montana · Ohio · Oklahoma · Pennsylvania · South Carolina · South Dakota · Vermont · Virginia · Washington
Frequently asked questions
How long do I have to file a lien in Mississippi?
90 days after your last work, labor, services or materials.
What language must a Mississippi lien include?
A statement that it expires 180 days after filing and a notice of the owner's right to contest.
Where are Mississippi liens filed?
With the chancery clerk of the county where the property is located.
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, so confirm your dates with us before relying on them.
Owed money on a Mississippi job?
Liens $199 to $500, recording, notarizing and serving included. Usually filed in 2 business days. Call (469) 694-8003.
