New Jersey mechanics lien deadlines for contractors
A plain-English summary of how a contractor, subcontractor or supplier protects payment with a mechanics lien in New Jersey. Last checked 2026-10-05. This is general information, not legal advice. Verify with your attorney before you rely on any deadline.
The rules at a glance
- Who: contractors, subs, suppliers under written contract (2A:44A-3)
- NTO: none (optional Notice of Unpaid Balance, 2A:44A-20). NOC: none
- Claim: 90 days after last work; residential 120 days and 10 days after arbitrator determination (2A:44A-6). Foreclosure: suit within 1 year of last work, or 30 days of written demand (2A:44A-14)
- Waiver forms: none. Residential: strict compliance 2A:44A-20/21; arbitration
Source and last verified
Official source: https://lis.njleg.state.nj.us/nxt/gateway.dll/statutes/1/112/1463. Last verified 2026-10-05. Deadlines often differ for residential and commercial projects and change when the law changes. Verify with your attorney.
How BossHours helps
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