The Wizard Makes Ordering the Right Document at the Right Time Easy

On November 11, 2009  By Scott Wolfe Jr

Zlien’s new Lien Wizard makes it easier than ever for contractors and suppliers to have preliminary notices, notices of intent to lien, mechanics liens and even lien releases processed.

It’s this simple:

1. You put in your project information (state, your role, project type);
2. The Wizard tells you the applicable notice requirements and lien deadlines
3. You select from the list of associated documents

Zlien’s database of lien and notice deadlines and requirements is more extensive and accurate than any other database in the country.

Take a look at these screen shots to see how the first 2 screens of the Wizard works:

Step 1: Inputting Your Project Information

The first step is easy.    The Wizard asks four basic questions about your project – the state where you are working,  your role in the project, who hired you, and what the type of project.

Lien laws vary state-by-state, but they also vary depending on those other three factors.   It is common for states to impose heightens notice requirements for residential projects…and oftentimes, notices are required only from subcontractor and those without a contract with the owner (rather than from everyone).

Step 2: Getting Applicable Notice and Lien Requirements for Your Project

With the small amount of information you provided, the Wizard pulls and displays from its database only the information, requirements and deadlines that are relevant to your project.

Once you’ve read over the notice and lien requirements, you’ll be ready to choose the type of document you want to file or send.   Even this component of the Wizard is tailored to your project, as only the documents relevant to you and your project will display.

Watch It On Video

Screen shots just not doing it for you?

Take a walk-through of these first two steps on video:

And remember, a database is just a database.   It has limitations.   We feel great about our product and its ability to display to you the relevant laws, notice requirements and lien deadlines.   However, there will never be a substitute for a real live attorney reviewing your specific project.  Zlien is not a law firm.

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