Sharing Our Expertise with the Construction Industry

This Academy session introduces the fundamentals of lien law and bond claims — key tools that protect financial rights in construction projects. Attendees will learn how to send Preliminary and Supplemental Notices, understand the basics of Arizona Lien Waivers, and know how to file Mechanics Liens, Bond Claims, and Leasehold Interest Liens. The session also provides an overview of the foreclosure process and how these legal mechanisms work together to safeguard payments and manage risk on a project.

Part of the Academy’s 8-class series for professionals new to commercial construction or those who need a refresher.

Location: The Learning Lab, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115, Phoenix, AZ 85008

Taught by Amy Houk of National Lien Services, this Academy session helps project managers understand the essentials of liens and bonds and how they impact construction projects. Proper management of these tools is key to protecting your company, ensuring payment, and keeping projects running smoothly.

Attendees will learn the basics of mechanics liens and payment bonds, how to identify and manage lien and bond risks on projects, and strategies to protect your company and maintain project cash flow.

Part of the Project Manager Series; individual class registration is open to all. Virtual attendees receive a link a few days before the session.

Location: The Learning Lab, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115, Phoenix, AZ 85008

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Join Amy Houk of National Lien Services for this webinar on the conversations, documentation, and early decisions that help good projects avoid becoming payment problems.

We’ll discuss what our very own Amy Houk has learned from working with contractors, suppliers, project teams, attorneys, executives, and business owners across the construction industry, along with some of the recurring themes that continue to show up regardless of company size, project type, or market conditions.

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Discover the keys to safeguarding your construction projects and ensuring your rights are protected. Led by Amy Houk, this course offers a deep dive into Preliminary and Supplemental Notices, Arizona Lien Waivers, Mechanics Liens, Bond Claims, Leasehold Interest Liens, and foreclosure.

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