Legal Question in Real Estate Law in New Jersey

A false lien filed against my townhome

My wife and I received a letter stating that we were in default of our association fees and special assessments. We received a notice of lein in the mail that was filed with the county. The problem? We have been paying all obligations on time, and have the bank statements to prove it! Also, it appears that the lien was supposed to be put on another unit ''52'' instead of ''72'', but now the damamge is done! What recourse do I have? We have all back-up documentation to prove our case...the Association and the attorney really screwed this one up, and we are suffering.


Asked on 5/24/09, 11:05 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Miriam Jacobson Retired from practice of law

Re: A false lien filed against my townhome

Write a letter to the Association with copies of your evidence and ask it to correct the situation by removing the lien from your property. Send the letter by Certified Mail Return Receipt Requested, and also by regular mail.

If the Association refuses, you will probably have to get a lawyer to assist you in removing the lien.

This response is not legal advice, since I do not have all of the information that would be required, and I do not have a representation agreement with you.

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Answered on 5/24/09, 11:27 pm


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