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Florida Mechanics LienLienra knows your state.
⚠ Florida's 90-day deadline runs from last day of work. Subcontractors must have served a Notice to Owner within 45 days of starting.
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Where Florida contractors lose their lien rights
✕ Missing notarization
Florida requires a notarized sworn affidavit. An unnotarized lien is legally void — it cannot be enforced even if filed on time.
What Lienra handles automatically for Florida
Check your Florida case in 30 seconds
Describe what happened — Kayron will identify your deadline, notice requirements, and filing path for Florida automatically.
Florida Filing Requirements
Notice Requirements — Florida
Notice to Owner must be served within 45 days of first furnishing (subcontractors and suppliers)
Subcontractors: Florida requires a Notice to Owner within 45 days of first furnishing — without it, lien rights are forfeited.
How to File in Florida with Lienra
Describe your case
Enter what happened — Kayron reads it and identifies your Florida lien path automatically.
Your CLAIM OF LIEN is generated
State-correct document for the Clerk of the Circuit Court — includes the required notarization block.
File before the deadline
Deadline: 90 days after last furnishing. Lienra shows your exact deadline and what to do after filing.
Florida Mechanics Lien — Common Questions
What is the mechanics lien deadline in Florida?
In Florida, the mechanics lien deadline is 90 days after last furnishing. Missing this deadline means permanently losing your right to file a lien.
Where do I file a mechanics lien in Florida?
File your mechanics lien with the Clerk of the Circuit Court.
Do I need notarization for a mechanics lien in Florida?
Yes. Florida requires notarization — the lien must be signed before a notary public. An unnotarized lien may be void.
Is a preliminary notice required in Florida?
Yes. Notice to Owner must be served within 45 days of first furnishing (subcontractors and suppliers)
What is the document called in Florida?
In Florida, the document is called a CLAIM OF LIEN. Important: Florida's lien must include the statutory WARNING paragraph verbatim (Fla. Stat. § 713.06). Omitting it may invalidate the lien..
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Kayron applies Florida's exact rules — Clerk of the Circuit Court · 90 days after last furnishing
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