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Filing a lien in New York depends on the type of lien you’re filing—most commonly, it’s a mechanic’s lien for construction or labor-related debts. Here’s a general step-by-step guide for filing a mechanic’s lien in New York: 1. Determine Eligibility You must be a contractor, subcontractor, laborer, supplier, or design professional who provided services or materials on a construction project. 2. Choose the Correct Lien Form Download or prepare a Notice of Mechanic’s Lien form specific to New York. It must include: The name and address of the lienor (you) The name of the property owner Description of the labor/materials provided Description of the property (block and lot numbers help) Amount owed First and last dates of work 3. File the Lien Private Property : File the lien with the County Clerk’s Office where the property is located. Public Projects : File with the public agency that contracted the work. You must file within 8 months of last providing labor/ma...