New Jersey Lien Forms

Have you made full payment to a contractor who has failed to discharge its lien from your property? File this New Jersey Affidavit of Payment to get the lien discharged.

• The Affidavit can be sworn by either a property owner or by a community association, in the case of common interest property.
• The form must be filed with the County Clerk after it has been sworn and notarized.
• This Affidavit of Payment can only be used for properties within the State of New Jersey.
• Don't let old paid liens affect your ability to remortgage or sell your property. Buy the Affidavit of Payment to Discharge Lien form and clear those liens off your title now.

New Jersey contractors, release your lien rights after receipt of final payment on a project with this Conditional Waiver and Release of Lien Upon Final Payment.

• The Waiver and Release authorizes a release of any lien rights or claims for payment which the contractor may have against the owner's property ON THE CONDITION that the final payment from the Customer clears the bank.
• The document also includes a Notice of Completion form.
• This release form should only be used if the contractor has received final payment (except for any disputed amounts).
• Available in MS Word format. Pay for the form once, and it's yours to use as often as you require.
• Intended to be used only in the State of New Jersey.

New Jersey contractors, release your lien rights up to the date of a progress payment with this Conditional Waiver and Release of Lien Upon Progress Payment.

• The Waiver and Release authorizes a release of any lien rights or claims for payment which the contractor may have for labor, materials or equipment supplied for improvements to a property only for the period specified in the release.
• The release is made ON THE CONDITION that the progress payment from the Customer clears the bank.
• This is a reusable lien form in MS Word format. Buy the form once, and it's yours to use as often as you require.
• Intended for use only in the State of New Jersey.

Instructions for NJ Contractors and Subtrades

NJ contractors and subtrades are required to file their lien claims using the official New Jersey Construction Lien Claim form. This form is designed to ensure compliance with the Construction Lien Law, P.L. 1993, c. 318 (C.2A:44A), and provides a standardized process for submitting claims.

Key Components of the Lien Claim Form

• Notice of Unpaid Balance and Arbitration Award:
  • This section documents any outstanding payments and details regarding arbitration awards, if applicable.
• Claimant's Representation and Verification Statement:
  • The claimant must provide a sworn statement verifying the accuracy and legitimacy of the lien claim.
• Notice to Owner of Real Property:
  • This notice informs the property owner of the existence of a lien claim filed against their property.
• Notice to Subcontractor or Contractor:
  • This section notifies relevant subcontractors or contractors involved in the project about the lien claim.
• Certificate of Delivery:
  • The certificate records details on how and when the form was served to all required parties.

Format and Usage

The template is provided as a fully editable form in Word format. After purchasing, users may utilize the form as often as needed to file claims. Please note that this form is intended solely for use within the State of New Jersey.

Discharge your lien claim in New Jersey with this downloadable and easy-to-use Discharge of Construction Lien Claim form.

• The form must be completed by the lien claimant, acknowledged by a notary, and then filed with the County Records office where the original lien claim was filed.
• The lien claim form is available in MS Word format and is editable and reusable.
• Intended for use only in the State of New Jersey.

This package of Lien Waiver and Release Forms lets contractors, suppliers and vendors easily prepare releases each time a payment is received for labor, materials or equipment supplied to a construction job.

• The package contains:
  • Conditional Waiver and Release of Lien on Progress Payment, which is only valid once the payment is actually received.
  • Unconditional Waiver and Release of Lien on Progress Payment.
  • Conditional Waiver and Release of Lien on Final Payment, to be effective once that final check has cleared.
  • Unconditional Waiver and Release of Lien on Final Payment.
• The file is available in MS Word format and is fully editable. Buy once, use as often as needed.
• For use only in the State of New Jersey.

New Jersey contractors, prepare a Notice of Unpaid Balance and Right to File Lien with this easy template form.

This template form is designed specifically for contractors in New Jersey who need to prepare a Notice of Unpaid Balance and Right to File Lien. It provides a straightforward method to formally document the amount still owed for labor or materials supplied to a construction or renovation project.

Legal Compliance

The Notice is created in accordance with the New Jersey Construction Lien Law, P.L. 1993, c. 318 (C.2A:44A-1 et al.), including amendments made in 2011. This ensures compliance with state requirements for construction liens.

Form Features

• Clearly states the unpaid balance for the project.
• Contains a Claimant's Representation and Verification statement to affirm the legitimacy of the claim.
• Includes detailed instructions on how to properly file and serve the Notice.

Usage and Availability

This is a reusable legal form. After a single purchase, users may download and use the template as often as needed. The form is provided in Microsoft Word format, making it easy to edit and complete.

Jurisdiction

This form is intended exclusively for use within the State of New Jersey.

New Jersey contractors, have you received final payment on a construction project? Release your lien rights with this Unconditional Waiver and Release of Lien Upon Final Payment.

• The Waiver and Release authorizes a release of any lien rights or claims for payment which the contractor may have against the owner's property, and indicates that final payment has been made in full.
• A Notice of Completion form is included.
• This release form should only be used when the contractor has received final payment (except for any disputed amounts).
• The form is a reusable download. Buy the form once, and it's yours to use as often as you require.
• Intended for use only in the State of New Jersey.

New Jersey contractors, release your lien rights up to the date of a progress payment with this Unconditional Waiver and Release of Lien on Progress Payment.

• The Waiver and Release authorizes a full and complete release of any lien rights or claims for payment which the contractor may have against the owner's property.
• The waiver becomes effective upon receipt of confirmation that the contractor has been paid a progress payment.
• This template is provided in MS Word format, and is easy to download, fill in and print. Buy the form once, and it's yours to use as often as you require.
• Intended to be used only in the State of New Jersey.