See original article at Can a Lien be Foreclosed Upon if a Party Files Bankruptcy? In the last couple posts we determined that a mechanics’ lien may be perfected during bankruptcy’s automatic stay, and that the time period to enforce a mechanics’ lien may be tolled (suspended) during the automatic stay. But what if you want to enforce your mechanics lien despite a bankruptcy filing; is that possible? Like many legal questions, the answer is: It depends. For a review of this question by a bankruptcy court, see   In re Baldwin Builders  232 B.R. 406, 410-411 (Bankr. 9th Cir. MORE >>

Over at the Wall Street Journal, Jennifer Smith wrote an article on the impact that flat fee and alternative fee arrangements are having on the legal industry. The recession is over, but clients who won concessions on their legal bills when law firms were scrambling for business still are calling the shots when it comes to paying by the hour. Exhibit A: the steady spread of flat fees and other alternative fee arrangements as companies continue to press their outside lawyers for options besides traditional hourly billing. Once a relative novelty, such demands have become routine. MORE >>

Job opportunities in the field of welding are increasing due to the retirement of many workers and the ongoing need for welders to work on pipelines, ships, and buildings. However, another reason for the increase in welding jobs and welding careers is the evolution of new processes in the welding industry. Image Source: Miller Welds As specialized processes are developed, new welders will need to be trained and certified. The compensation for these new jobs promises to be competitive. MORE >>

See original article at Arizona Mechanics Liens, Bond Claims and Preliminary Notices – Now Available Zlien just revamped its mechanics lien resources for the state of Arizona , and is now fully servicing the state with mechanics lien filings , bond claim filings and the delivery of preliminary notices. Like the state of California, Arizona has a legal document preparing licensing program (§ 7-208 of ACJA). Zlien has been a licensed legal document assistant in California for more than 4 years (LDA-352), but was qualified through the Arizona statutes. Our founder, Scott Wolfe Jr., MORE >>

(Photo credit: Wikipedia). As you read this, I am happily taking a break from my construction law practice and hanging at the beach enjoying some spring break fishing and family time on Sanibel Island, Florida. Musings will pick back up again next week. In the meantime, check out the recently added Alternate Dispute Resolution page to hear my thoughts on construction mediation and arbitration.  Also, be sure to read the Guest Post Friday page to catch up on some of the great contributions from my friends in the construction, Web 2.0 and legal worlds. license. MORE >>