Hawaii
engineers are entitled to liens. Unlike most other states before you can file a lien you must get a permit from the court.
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Georgia
Engineers, Architects and Land Surveyors do not have to file a pre-lien notice. Professional engineers may file a claim within 90 days after completion
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Florida
Design professionals are not required to serve a pre-lien notice. Any architect, engineer or surveyor may have a lien on real property improved for any money that is owed him or her rendered
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No pre-lien notice is necessary. DC Code allows general contractors who have supplied labor or materials for the erection improvement, repair or addition to a building to file a lien within 90 days
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Delaware
No pre-lien notice is necessary. Delaware permits any person who furnishes labor or material for the “erection, alteration, or repair of any structure” to obtain a lien
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Connecticut
Connecticut Lien Law says a pre-lien notice is required for those not having a direct contract with the owner anytime before starting the work to 90 days after finishing.
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Colorado
For a claimant to file a lien it first must serve the owner and principal contractor with a notice of intent to file a lien 10 days before the lien statement is filed
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California
California Lien Law says to preserve mechanics lien rights a preliminary notice must be filed within 20 days of the first date of services.
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Arkansas
A notice of intent to file a lien is required at least 10 days before filing a lien. Arkansas permits anyone who supplies services in the construction of real estate to file a lien including engineers.
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Arizona
Unlike many states, Arizona requires all claimants – contractors or subs - to file a pre-lien notice no later than 20 days commencing services. Any person who furnishes professional services
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