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
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Ohio Construction Law

Protecting your rights
at every stage of the project

Practical legal counsel for contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and homeowners across Ohio — from contract execution through final resolution.

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.

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How long do I have to file a mechanic's lien?

How Long Do I Have to File a Mechanic's Lien?

The deadline to file a mechanic's lien in Ohio depends on the type of project. For many private commercial projects, a lien affidavit must be recorded within 75 days after the claimant's last work or last furnishing of materials. For many residential projects, the deadline is 60 days. Certain oil and gas projects have a 120-day deadline. See Ohio Revised Code § 1311.06.

The filing period is generally measured from the date the claimant last performed labor or last supplied materials to the project. Determining that date can be important because an untimely lien may be invalid.

In addition to filing the lien affidavit, Ohio law imposes other requirements, including service and notice obligations that may apply depending on the circumstances. Missing a statutory deadline can result in the loss of mechanic's lien rights.

Because lien deadlines vary based on the nature of the project and the claimant's role, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and property owners should carefully review Ohio's mechanic's lien statutes and act promptly when a payment dispute arises.