Stop Risking Your License,
Lien Rights, and Payment
Nevada's licensing laws (NRS 624), lien laws (NRS 108), and mandatory contract requirements (Assembly Bill 39) impose strict requirements. Non-compliance can cost you everything.
Understanding Nevada Contractor Law
Nevada strictly regulates contractors through the NSCB. Compliance with NRS 624 and Assembly Bill 39's mandatory contract elements is essential to protect your license and right to payment.
NRS 624 / Assembly Bill 39
Mandatory Contract Elements for Residential Work (Effective October 1, 2023)
What's Required
- Contractor name, address, license number
- Monetary limit on license
- Owner name, address, property location
- Description of work and total price
- Down payment capped at 10% or $1,000
Consequences
- Contract is void and unenforceable
- Cannot collect payment for work
- NSCB fines up to $10,000 per violation
- License suspension or revocation
- Civil liability exposure
How We Help
- Fully compliant contract templates
- All mandatory elements included
- NSCB compliance verification
- Contract revision and review
- License compliance guidance
NRS 108 — Mechanics' Liens
Critical deadlines and notice requirements to protect your right to payment
What's Required
- Notice of Right to Lien (within 31 days)
- Notice of Lien recorded within 90 days
- Serve notice on owner within 10 days
- File foreclosure within 6 months
- Proper lien release procedures
Consequences
- Complete loss of lien rights
- Cannot foreclose on property
- Limited to breach of contract claims
- May be liable for wrongful lien
- Attorney's fees to other party
How We Help
- Notice of Right to Lien preparation
- Lien deadline tracking
- Notice of Lien drafting
- Lien foreclosure support
- Payment dispute resolution
NRS Chapter 40 — Construction Defects
Pre-litigation procedures and contractor repair rights
What's Required
- Written notice of defect from owner
- Right to inspect within specified time
- Opportunity to offer repair
- Mediation before litigation
- Compliance with notice procedures
Consequences
- Owner may proceed to litigation
- Damage claims and repair costs
- Potential for attorney's fees
- NSCB complaints and discipline
- Reputation and license impact
How We Help
- Defect-resistant contract language
- Warranty and disclaimer provisions
- Response to defect notices
- Repair offer documentation
- Dispute resolution support
Contract Services for Nevada Contractors
We build contracts that protect your license, preserve your lien rights, and ensure you get paid.
Residential Contract Drafting
Fully compliant residential contracts with all mandatory elements required under Assembly Bill 39, including proper down payment limits and disclosures.
Commercial Contract Drafting
Sophisticated commercial contracts with proper risk allocation, indemnification, payment terms, and provisions to protect your lien rights on larger projects.
Subcontractor Agreements
Subcontract agreements that preserve your notice rights under NRS 108, establish clear payment terms, and protect you from upstream payment disputes.
Lien Rights Protection
Notice of Right to Lien preparation, Notice of Lien drafting, deadline tracking, and guidance through Nevada's strict lien notice requirements.
Contract Review
Comprehensive review of owner-provided contracts to identify risks, missing protections, and terms that could jeopardize your lien rights or license.
NSCB Compliance
Ensure your contracts and business practices comply with Nevada State Contractors Board requirements to protect your license from disciplinary action.
Protect Your Nevada Contracting Business
Don't risk your license or lien rights with non-compliant contracts.
Let us build contracts that protect your business and ensure you get paid.