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Where Do I File a Lien Foreclosure Suit?

The confusion that existed prior to 1994 as to which court, county or circuit, had jurisdiction to decide a construction lien foreclosure lawsuit has been resolved. In September, 1994, the Florida Supreme Court determined that both the county and circuit courts have jurisdiction to decide lien foreclosure lawsuits; therefore, the decision as to which court to file the lien foreclosure lawsuit in is one controlled more by litigation strategy than any other factor.

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