Misconceptions, Potential Traps, and Practice Tips for the 2021 Changes to the Texas Lien Laws

In 2021, the Texas Legislature modified the mechanic's and materialmen's lien statute in significant ways. While the modifications resolved certain problems, other potential issues were created by the changes. Here, we discuss new issues created, potential unforeseen traps, and key practice tips—many of which have not been addressed by other discussions about the 2021 Legislation.