California Payment Bond Claim Notice - Public Works

Assign your lien to another party with this California Assignment of Lien on Real Property form.

• The current lienholder (the assignor) assigns all rights and interest in a previously registered lien against an owner's property to a third party (the assignee).
• The assignee has full authority to collect the amount still owing to the lienholder by the property owner.
• This is a reusable lien form. Buy it, download it, use it as often as you need to.
• This form is available as a customizable and reusable MS Word template.
• Intended for use only in the State of California.

File a lien claim for unpaid contractor or subcontractor invoices with this California Mechanics Lien / Claim of Lien form.

This California Mechanics Lien / Claim of Lien form is designed for contractors and subcontractors seeking to file a lien claim for unpaid invoices. The process is governed by California Civil Code Section 8416, ensuring legal protection of payment rights for work performed or materials supplied.

Items Included in the Template

• Notice of Mechanic's Lien: A formal notification indicating the intention to claim a lien for unpaid services or materials.
• Project and Claim Details: Space to provide a comprehensive description of the project, the specific work and materials supplied, and the exact amount being claimed.
• Verification Form: A section to be signed by the claimant, an authorized agent, or a signing officer, verifying the accuracy of the claim.
• Proof of Service Affidavit: Documentation to record the details of service and notification provided to the relevant parties involved in the lien process.

Format and Use

The form is available in Microsoft Word format, allowing for easy completion and reuse. Users may utilize the form as often as necessary, provided it is for projects located within the State of California.

CA contractors, release all or a portion of your lien against real property with this package of California Lien Waiver forms.

State Law Regarding Lien Waivers

Under California law, a lien release is only binding if the lien claimant (or their authorized agent) signs and delivers a waiver and release. A signed waiver and release form is effective to release the owner, construction lender, and surety (if any).

A conditional waiver and release is only binding if payment has actually been made to the lien claimant.

What is included in this Lien Waiver Package

This package contains the following forms:

1. California Conditional Waiver and Release of Lien (Progress Payment),
2. California Unconditional Waiver and Release of Lien (Progress Payment),
3. California Conditional Waiver and Release of Lien (Final Payment), and
4. California Unconditional Waiver and Release of Lien (Final Payment).

Format and Use

No matter what stage the construction project is at, you can prepare your lien releases with this package of Lien Waiver and Release Forms for California contractors.

These forms are provided in MS Word format and are fully editable and reusable. Pay once, use them on all your projects.