San Antonio • Bexar County • Texas
San Antonio Mechanics Lien Lawyers
Built for a City Under Construction
Unpaid on a San Antonio project? We help contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers protect their right to payment. Flat fee. Fast filing.
Rooted in San Antonio
A city built to last. Work worth protecting.
From the stonework of the Alamo to the brick towers of the Pearl, San Antonio's story is written by the people who build it. Today, that work continues across Bexar County — and the people doing it deserve to be paid.
Our firm helps local contractors and suppliers navigate Texas lien law with straightforward, flat-fee service.
Time matters
Don't let the deadline pass.
Texas Property Code Chapter 53 sets strict notice and filing deadlines for mechanics liens. Payment chains can be complicated, but missing a deadline can put your lien rights at risk. Tell us when you last worked or supplied materials so we can help you identify the next step.
Deadline calculator
Find your filing window.
Enter a few project details for an estimated Texas lien timeline. Confirm your actual deadlines with our office before relying on a date.
Clear pricing
One fee. No hourly billing.
$599
Your flat fee includes:
- 01Pre-lien notice
- 02Lien affidavit preparation
- 03Filing with the Bexar County Clerk
Across the city
San Antonio keeps building.
From established neighborhoods to major corridors, every project depends on the people doing the work.
Loop 1604 North Expansion & Ramps
Loop 410 & San Pedro Ave Interchange
I-35 NEX (Northeast Extension)
SE Military Dr. & I-37 Diverging Diamond
Bexar County
Local projects. Texas lien law.
San Antonio is growing across its highway corridors, neighborhoods, and commercial districts. Liens for qualifying private San Antonio-area projects are generally recorded with the Bexar County Clerk. We handle the notices, affidavits, and filing details so you can focus on the work.
Texas Property Code
Chapter 53, simply explained.
Where lien rights come from
Texas lien rights rest on the Texas Constitution, Article XVI, Section 37, and are implemented through Chapter 53 of the Texas Property Code, which sets out who may claim, what notices are due, and when.
Original vs. derivative claimants
Original contractors contract directly with the owner. Subcontractors and suppliers are derivative claimants and must send statutory notices (§53.056) to preserve rights.
Residential vs. commercial
Residential projects carry shorter notice and filing windows and additional content requirements. The affidavit must be filed by the deadline in §53.052 and contain the information required by §53.054.
Strict compliance
The affidavit and required notices must comply with the statute. The affidavit must also be served on the owner and original contractor under applicable Chapter 53 requirements.
Our process
How we handle it.
- 01We ask for a summary of your work
- 02We ask you to provide your contracts, work orders, and receipts
- 03We identify all parties — owner, owner's representative, general contractor, and any contractor you worked under
- 04We research, confirm, and verify all party information
- 05We research the legal property description for the project location
- 06We confirm your work dates and amount owed
- 07We confirm you're within your statutory deadline, and expedite if necessary
- 08If a deadline has passed, we discuss other legal options available to recover payment
Questions & answers
Common questions.
How long do I have to file a mechanics lien in San Antonio, Texas?+
For commercial projects, the lien affidavit is generally due by the 15th day of the 4th month after the month work was last performed (3rd month for residential). Subcontractors and suppliers must also send notice by the 15th day of the 3rd month (2nd month residential). Use our calculator, then confirm with our office.
How much does it cost to file a lien in San Antonio?+
Our flat fee is $599 and covers the pre-lien notice, lien affidavit preparation, and filing. No hourly billing.
Where do I file a mechanics lien in Bexar County?+
Liens for qualifying private San Antonio-area projects are generally recorded with the Bexar County Clerk. Required copies must also be sent to the appropriate parties.
Do I need a lawyer to file a mechanics lien in Texas?+
Not legally, but Chapter 53 has specific deadlines, notice content, and affidavit requirements. Our office can help assess your particular project.
Can I file a lien on a public infrastructure project?+
Liens generally cannot attach to public property; public work may be protected through payment bond claims instead. Private contracts adjacent to public projects may be lienable. We review your contract chain to determine which remedy may apply.
What happens after my lien is filed?+
A recorded lien can prompt payment or negotiation. If not resolved, enforcing a lien may require a suit within the statutory deadline.
What if I've already missed my deadline?+
Other legal options may remain available, including contract, prompt-pay, retainage, or bond claims. Contact us to discuss your circumstances.
Get started
Let's get your lien moving.
Tell us about your unpaid work. Prefer a call? Reach us at (281) 205-0652.
Submitting this form opens an email draft in your email app; please send it to complete your inquiry.