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Massachusetts Lien Deadlines for Material Suppliers
Material suppliers in Massachusetts have specific rights to file a mechanics lien if they aren't paid. However, Massachusetts law requires strict adherence to notice and filing deadlines. If you miss a deadline by even one day, your lien rights may be extinguished forever. This guide outlines the critical steps for suppliers to secure their payment rights.
Public date calculations cover Florida and Kansas. Massachusetts dates require qualified review.
Risk context
Massachusetts is High Risk for Suppliers
Massachusetts has strict deadlines. Always calculate your specific deadline based on your last furnishing date.
Deadline schedule
Massachusetts Mechanics Lien Deadlines (Updated 2026)
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| Deadline Type | Timing | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Lien Filing Deadline | 120 days from last furnishing | Must be filed with the county recorder/clerk. |
| Enforcement Deadline | 90 days after Statement of Account | Lawsuit to foreclose on the lien must be filed by this date. |
| Preliminary Notice | Notice of Identification within 30 days of providing work | Required to preserve your right to file a lien later. |
| Statutes | Governing statutes | MGL ch. 254 §4; §8 |
Supplier pitfalls
Common Supplier Mistakes in Massachusetts
Missing the 30-day Notice of Identification
Many suppliers fail to send the required preliminary notice early in the project, invalidating their future lien rights.
Filing the lien after 120 days
Waiting too long to file. The deadline is strict and often does not extend for weekends or holidays.
Missing the 90-day enforcement deadline
Filing a lien is not enough; you must enforce it (file a lawsuit) before the enforcement period expires.
Deadline calculator
Not Sure Which Deadline Applies?
Use this Massachusetts guide and collect your project facts for qualified review.
Review Massachusetts project factsThe public calculator provides dates only for reviewed Florida and Kansas scenarios; it does not calculate a Massachusetts date.
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