Associate Attorney at Bailey Cavalieri LLC
Ohio Construction Lawyer

Nic Oehler is an Ohio attorney focused on construction law and disputes. He represents contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and owners in matters involving construction contracts, payment disputes, mechanic’s liens, and bond claims.

Nic works with clients to deliver practical, business-oriented legal solutions that protect payment rights, manage risk, and resolve disputes efficiently.

He currently practices as an associate at Bailey Cavalieri LLC and serves clients throughout the state.

Office Location:
10 West Broad Street
Suite 2100
Columbus, OH 43215

Transactional services

Prevention

01

Contract drafting & review

Residential and commercial contracts structured to reduce risk and protect payment rights from day one.

02

Mechanic's lien compliance

Notice of Furnishing preparation, lien strategy, and full compliance with Ohio's statutory framework.

03

HCSSA compliance

Home improvement contracts aligned with the Ohio Home Construction Service Suppliers Act.

04

CSPA risk prevention

Contract language and policies to minimize exposure under Ohio consumer protection law.

05

Change orders & documentation

Systematic documentation practices that strengthen enforceability and reduce project disputes.

06

Delay & payment planning

Proactive legal planning for anticipated delays, disruptions, and payment protection strategies.

Construction litigation

Resolution

01

Lien enforcement & defense

Foreclosure actions, lien defense, and payment recovery through Ohio's courts.

02

Breach of contract

Representation in non-payment disputes, scope disagreements, and project abandonment claims.

03

Construction delay disputes

Claims involving schedule delays, project disruptions, and contested change orders.

04

Defective construction claims

Litigation involving workmanship failures, material defects, and building code violations.

05

HCSSA & CSPA claims

Defense and prosecution of statutory consumer and home construction disputes.

06

Contractor & homeowner representation

Full advocacy for both residential and commercial construction clients across all venues.

Can a Contractor Lien My House?

Can a Contractor Lien My House?

Yes. In Ohio, a contractor who provides labor, services, or materials that improve your property may have the right to file a mechanic's lien if they are not paid. Mechanic's liens are governed by Ohio Revised Code Chapter 1311.

A mechanic's lien is a legal claim against the property itself. It does not automatically mean the contractor will take ownership of your home, but it can create a cloud on the title and may affect your ability to sell or refinance the property until the dispute is resolved.

To obtain a valid lien, the contractor must comply with Ohio's statutory requirements, including applicable notice obligations and filing deadlines. See Ohio Revised Code § 1311.06. A lien that does not satisfy the statutory requirements may be subject to challenge.

Whether a contractor can successfully lien a particular property depends on the facts of the project, including the work performed, the amount claimed, and compliance with Ohio's mechanic's lien laws.