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California Mechanics’ Lien Law: Recent Statutory Changes and Looking Ahead

California Mechanics’ Lien Law: Recent Statutory Changes and Looking Ahead

The Mechanics Lien law in California was first established in 1872. The intent of the Legislature was to allow mechanics, persons furnishing materials, artisans, and laborers of every class, if necessary, to secure a lien against the property upon which they had bestowed labor or furnished material–for the value of such. Nothing less than the California Constitution directed the Legislature to provide for the speedy and efficient enforcement of such liens.

Elder Court honored for its innovation and success, wins 2011 KLEPS award

On April 29, 2011, the Judicial Council of California announced the recipients of the 2010–2011 Ralph N. Kleps Awards for Improvement in Administration of the Courts—and our Elder Court was one …