Louisiana Lien Waiver Guide
Louisiana accepts custom lien waiver forms. No statutory forms are mandated.
Key Information
Waiver Type
Non-Statutory
Filing Deadline
60 days from filing of notice of termination of work (or within certain period of substantial completion)
Notice Requirements
No preliminary notice for general contractors. Sub-subcontractors and suppliers must provide notice of non-payment.
Key Statutes
La. Rev. Stat. §9:4801 et seq. (Private Works Act)
Waiver Types in Louisiana
Conditional Waiver on Progress Payment
Waives lien rights for a specific progress payment, but only upon actual receipt of payment. Protects the claimant if the check bounces or payment fails.
Unconditional Waiver on Progress Payment
Immediately and unconditionally waives lien rights for a specific progress payment amount, regardless of whether payment has actually been received.
Conditional Waiver on Final Payment
Waives all lien rights upon receipt of the final payment. The waiver is conditioned on actual receipt of the specified final payment amount.
Unconditional Waiver on Final Payment
Immediately and unconditionally waives all lien rights. This is the most comprehensive waiver and should only be signed after final payment is confirmed in your account.
Louisiana Lien Waiver Rules
Louisiana uses the term 'privileges' rather than 'liens' due to its civil law tradition. No statutory waiver forms are mandated. Custom waivers and releases are used. The Private Works Act governs construction lien rights. Filing requirements are tied to the notice of termination of work.
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