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If 'we' is the association board, then this task is best accomplished with the help and knowledge of an association savvy attorney.

There are official and formal steps that must be followed in advance of filing a lien, that must bear legal scrutiny in order for the lien to be valid. These steps are detailed in your governing documents.

An individual owner must work through the board in order to file a lien.

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Q: Can we file a lien yourself on unpaid condo fees?
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