Owner Recovers More Than Lien Holder But Pays Attorney Fees

Court of Appeals of Minnesota

Sustainable 9, LLC v. Coleman

Case no.:  A24-1548

Date filed: August 18, 2025

Overview

A Minnesota appeals court has allowed a contractor to recover $62,500 in attorney fees incurred in foreclosing a $94,951 mechanic’s lien even though the owner was awarded $278,622 for negligent construction of the project.

Background

Jacqueline Coleman entered into ... Log in to view the full text.