Glossary
Lien
A legal claim against property that may secure payment of a debt or obligation.
A lien attaches to property rather than to a person. It can arise by agreement, as with a mortgage or deed of trust; by statute, as with a mechanic’s or materialman’s lien for work performed; or by operation of law following a judgment.
For an owner, a lien is most often felt at the point of sale or refinancing, because it generally has to be resolved before clear title can pass.
Liens are procedural creatures: statutory liens in particular carry notice requirements and deadlines, and failing to meet them can invalidate the claim.
General information about Tennessee law, not legal advice. How this applies depends on the facts of your matter.
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