Owed money on a job in Montana? LevelSet Collections prepares and files Montana 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 Montana
Montana has a two-step notice before the lien. We check whether your notice was sent and recorded, then file with the clerk and recorder along with the required certification of service. Liens are recorded with the county clerk and recorder.
Montana deadlines at a glance
| Step | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Notice of Right to Claim a Lien | 20 days after first furnishing (45 on some lender-funded jobs) |
| Record that notice | 5 business days after sending; lasts 1 year |
| Construction lien | 90 days after final furnishing or Notice of Completion |
| Foreclosure | 2 years after filing |
For the full rules, who can file and common mistakes, read our Montana lien deadline guide →
What trips people up in Montana
- The Notice of Right to Claim a Lien has to be both sent and recorded.
- The lien can only be filed while that recorded notice is still active.
- The clerk won't accept the lien without certification of service on every owner of record.
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 Montana deadline?
The debt is still owed. We collect unpaid construction invoices in Montana 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 · Mississippi · Missouri · Ohio · Oklahoma · Pennsylvania · South Carolina · South Dakota · Vermont · Virginia · Washington
Frequently asked questions
What is a Notice of Right to Claim a Lien?
A notice non-exempt claimants send the owner within 20 days of first furnishing and record with the county within 5 business days.
How long do I have to file in Montana?
90 days after final furnishing, or 90 days after the owner files a Notice of Completion.
Who is exempt from Montana's notice?
Contractors hired directly by the owner, wage laborers, and work on commercial projects or buildings of 5 or more units.
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 Montana job?
Liens $199 to $500, recording, notarizing and serving included. Usually filed in 2 business days. Call (469) 694-8003.
