Unpaid Invoice Legal Steps

Summary

In New Jersey, you can file a claim in small claims court for amounts up to $5,000. Contractors can file a construction lien within 90 days of the last work performed, and the lien must be filed with the county clerk. The homeowner must be notified within 10 days of filing.

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unpaid invoice
What is the total amount of the unpaid invoice and how long has it been overdue?
* and has been overdue 2 months
What state are you in, Andrew? Different states have different rules regarding debt collection.
New Jersey
In New Jersey, you can file a claim in small claims court for amounts up to $*,*. The nearest court to you is the New Jersey Small Claims Court.
what about a contractors lien?
In New Jersey, a contractor can file a construction lien for unpaid work. Have you provided the homeowner with a written notice of unpaid invoice?
yes
In New Jersey:

- A contractor can file a construction lien within 90 days of the last work performed.
- The lien must be filed with the county clerk.
- The homeowner must be notified within 10 days of filing.