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Message from the Editor-in-Chief…………………………………..3
By Norm Chernin

Who Pays for Clearing Bogus Mechanics’ Liens…………………………….4
By Andrew Adams

This article will explore when attorneys’ fees can be recovered by a party that successfully clears an improper mechanics’ lien. It will discuss the policy implications for recovery of attorneys’ fees on mechanics liens, and why attorney fee recovery is necessary in these matters, along with the real-world application of these statutes. It will explain why these provisions are so necessary for homeowners facing incorrect or improper liens.

Top Ten Real Property Cases of 2021 ……………………………….. 11
By Star Lightner