When times are uncertain, cash flow and payment disputes in construction projects can quickly become critical. With the introduction of the new prompt payment legislation, understanding both prompt payment rules and builders liens can make the difference between protecting your investment and losing it.
Join Clark Wilson LLP lawyers Carter Moe, Dan Melnick, and Kim Do for an in-depth webinar that breaks down the legal and practical essentials of the Builders Lien Act and how the new prompt payment regime will reshape payment practices and lien enforcement in British Columbia.
Our Construction Law team will walk you through the full lifecycle of a lien, from filing to discharge, with a focus on how to avoid costly mistakes and ensure compliance.
Topics Covered
- Prompt Payment and Adjudication: Overview and key timelines
- Claim of Lien: What it is and why it matters
- Lienable Interest: Land that can and cannot be liened
- Quantum of Liens: Determining the lien amount
- Filing Deadlines: Key timelines and triggering events
- Holdback: Purpose and risks of non-retention
- Trust: Use of trust monies and compliance obligations
- Lien Enforcement: Steps to enforce a claim
- Discharge: How to remove liens from title
- Compliance: Understanding strict requirements under the Act
Event Details
Date: Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Time: 12:00 pm – 1:15 pm
Format: Complimentary Webinar
Register here to secure your spot and stay informed on the latest legal developments shaping B.C.’s construction industry.
