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Because we’ve spent a great deal of time and effort learning the ropes and standing toe-to-toe in the construction payment trenches with our clients, we feel a great responsibility to pass along that collected knowledge.

We invite you to join us.

Upcoming NLS Trainings and Construction Industry Events

June 2026 | Converge Construction Summit 2026

 | Chicago  | Cost: $895.00

Converge Chicago is a curated annual summit for the doers, fixers, thinkers, and builders who are shaping the future of construction. Whether you're working directly in the construction industry or serving it from the outside, this construction conference is designed for you.

Learn more at convergeconstructionsummit.com/

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Need Training? See How National Lien Services is Setting the Standard for the Construction Industry

Not only do we provide you with the tools, knowledge, and team to ensure you feel confident your rights are secured, but we’re prepared for the trenches and ready to coordinate with your legal team when things “go sideways” on one of your projects.

Previous Events and Trainings

April 2026 | LinkedIn Live | #NotLegalAdvice (LinkedIn Live Recording)

We tackled fringe contract and payment-rights questions with special guest attorney Megan Shapiro, Esq., including practical guidance on preserving remedies and avoiding common legal pitfalls before disputes escalate.

Watch the recording on YouTube: #NotLegalAdvice.

Direct link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3jaCb3MiU3I

March 2026 | LinkedIn Live | AITA: Redacted vs. Redlined - What You’re Actually Signing (LinkedIn Live Recording)

This session breaks down what contract documents actually include, how hierarchy controls disputes, the difference between redacted and redlined language, and where risk transfer often happens before work even starts.

Watch the recording on YouTube: AITA: Redacted vs. Redlined - What You’re Actually Signing.

February 2026 | LinkedIn Live | AITA: What to Negotiate Before the Project (LinkedIn Live Recording)

We revisited a real-world project scenario to cover what to negotiate up front, how to avoid avoidable payment disputes, and which contract terms matter most before mobilization.

Watch the recording on YouTube: AITA: What to Negotiate Before the Project.

January 2026 | LinkedIn Live | AITA For Wanting Paid? #Construction (LinkedIn Live Recording)

A candid roundtable on contract accountability and payment leverage in construction, including lessons learned from delayed-payment and bond-information challenges on complex projects.

Watch the recording on YouTube: AITA For Wanting Paid? #Construction.

December 2025 | Exclusive Client Training | Mechanic's Liens and Bond Claims

Clients only. Session details are provided to invited participants.

November 2025 | Exclusive Client Training | Lien Waivers and Intermediate Collection Options

Clients only. Please come join us on Wednesday, November 19 from 10:00 - 11:00 (AZ time) to learn about best practices when providing lien waivers, as well as understanding intermediate collection options like Notices of Intent to Lien.

October 2025 | Exclusive Client Training | Establishing and Amending Your Lien Rights

Clients only. Please come join us for a free one-hour webinar discussion on establishing and amending your lien rights to include managing change orders, statutory inclusions, and timeframes.

September 2025 | Understanding the Basics of Liens and Bonds

Discover the keys to safeguarding your construction projects and ensuring your rights are protected. Led by Amy Houk, President of National Lien Services, this course offers an unparalleled deep dive into the critical aspects of lien law that every construction company must master. Participants will gain expert insights into establishing effective Preliminary and Supplemental Notices, navigating the intricacies of Arizona Lien Waivers to balance risk and reward, executing Mechanics Liens, Bond Claims, and Leasehold Interest Liens with precision, and perfecting the process of Foreclosure. This course is an essential investment for construction companies looking to enhance their understanding of lien law, protect their financial interests, and navigate the complex legal landscape of Arizona’s construction industry with confidence.

June 2025 | How the West Was Liened: Empowering Project Teams to Protect Payment Rights in CA, CO, NV, NM & AZ

In construction, getting paid isn’t just about completing the job—it’s about protecting your rights along the way. This interactive training takes project teams on a five-state ride through the legal landscapes of lien and bond claim rights across California, Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, and New Mexico. Participants learn how and when to establish, enforce, and perfect their rights to payment—whether through mechanics liens on private projects or bond claims on public work. With a clear breakdown of deadlines, notice requirements, and enforcement actions (plus a few trail hazards like residential rules and change order obligations), this session demystifies lien laws and turns statutory complexity into practical know-how.

April 2025 | Construction Progress Coalition 2025 Integration Summit | Austin

Mark your calendars to experience this unique and transformative event, harnessing the power of Design Thinking through the Common Data Exchange (CDX) framework. With a blend of interactive sessions and ample networking opportunities, AEC iSummit 2025 is the perfect place to learn from forward-thinking AECO changemakers and technology partners.

February 2025 | ABC Convention 2025

Members from across the nation return to ABC’s annual convention each year to connect, celebrate and advance their businesses with the latest industry, political and technological insights. This year, the event is bigger than ever to celebrate ABC’s 75th anniversary!

January 2025 | World of Concrete 2025

There’s only one place you’ll find the heavy hitters of concrete and masonry this January: Vegas, baby — at World of Concrete 2025, the largest and only annual international event dedicated to your business. Get your hands on the latest technologies revolutionizing safety, performance and speed and learn what it takes to not only claim a piece of our industry’s massive projected growth but dominate the field.

September 2024 | Project Payday: Securing Success from Site to Ledger

Academy for Construction Excellence: Unlock the secrets to maximizing payment success through strategic field operations. This course dives deep into the crucial interplay between project teams and accounting units, ensuring comprehensive management that secures every dollar earned on your projects.

April 2022 | ARIZONA BUILDERS' ALLIANCE: Arizona Lien Law Seminar – Best Practices & Refresher Course