Preliminary Lien Notices
Protect your right to be paid from day one with properly prepared and served preliminary notices.
Payment Bond Claim
Preserve your payment rights on bonded projects with timely, accurate payment bond claims.
Miller Act
Protect your payment rights on federal projects with compliant Miller Act notices and claims.
Lien Waivers
Issue conditional or unconditional releases accurately and efficiently once payment is received. A complimentary service included in our preliminary notice services.
Important New Mexico Deadlines
Within 60 working days of first labor or materials.
Private Works
90 days from completion, or 120 days if contracted with the owner.
Public Works
Stop Notice: within 90 days after completion or cessation; or 30 days from notice of completion, acceptance, or cessation.
Bond Claim: within 90 days from last labor/materials.
Federal Projects
Within 90 days of the last labor or materials.
Download the CNS Guide to Payment
A contractor’s guide to protecting your payment rights.
The CNS Difference in New Mexico
Clear Guidance, Fast Action & Support You Can Count On
With important deadlines and filing requirements, New Mexico projects require precision. CNS helps you move quickly and confidently with accurate filings and dependable support.
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Our Process Made Simple
Here’s What Happens When You Trust CNS With Your Notice or Lien
From the moment you submit your request to the day it’s mailed, our team follows a structured, carefully reviewed process designed to protect your payment rights.
Submit Your Request
Order your notice or lien request directly through our website. Provide as much project information as possible — and we’ll take it from there.
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