Michael Friedrichs Secures Lawsuit Dismissal

Partner Michael Friedrichs recently obtained the dismissal of his client, a property owner, from a lawsuit that looked to foreclose a mechanic’s lien recorded by the plaintiff/vendor who was under contract with the property owner’s former tenant. Mr. Friedrichs was able to secure the dismissal and a release of the mechanic’s lien prior to his client needing to file an answer to the complaint. A key issue was whether the vendor’s rental of equipment was used toward an improvement of the land, which is a requirement under the mechanic’s lien law. Mr. Friedrichs successfully argued the vendor’s rental of equipment to the client’s former tenant was not used toward any improvement of the land. recently obtained the dismissal of his client, a property owner, from a lawsuit that looked to foreclose a mechanic’s lien recorded by the plaintiff/vendor who was under contract with the property owner’s former tenant. Mr. Friedrichs was able to secure the dismissal and a release of the mechanic’s lien prior to his client needing to file an answer to the complaint. A key issue was whether the vendor’s rental of equipment was used toward an improvement of the land, which is a requirement under the mechanic’s lien law. Michael Friedrichs successfully argued the vendor’s rental of equipment to the client’s former tenant was not used toward any improvement of the land.

About Michael Friedrichs

Mr. Friedrichs specializes in the areas of real estate and business litigation, along with commercial transactions, as the primary focus of his legal practice. With a wealth of experience, he possesses a deep understanding of real property law, construction law, commercial collection, and the enforcement of judgments. In addition to successfully litigating cases in court, he has effectively employed alternative dispute resolution methods such as mediation and arbitration.

Furthermore, Friedrichs has provided legal representation to a diverse range of clients, including buyers and sellers of real estate, contractors, business owners, creditors, landlords, tenants, and individuals who have suffered personal injuries. He has also demonstrated proficiency in handling transactional matters, such as the drafting and revision of commercial leases, buy-sell agreements, and business contracts.