Free Michigan Lien Waiver Template & Generator
Generate compliant lien waiver documents for Michigan construction projects. Michigan requires statutory lien waiver forms per MCL § 570.1115.
- All 4 waiver types — conditional & unconditional, progress & final
- Verbatim statutory language per MCL § 570.1115
- Instant professional PDF download
SAMPLE
Conditional Waiver and Release on Progress Payment
State of Michigan — MCL § 570.1115
Project
Riverside Office Complex
Property Address
1234 Construction Ave
Claimant
Acme Construction LLC
456 Builder St, Suite 200
Customer / Owner
Summit Properties Inc.
Payment Amount
$25,000.00
Through Date
03/14/2026
Waiver and Release
Signature — Acme Construction LLC
Date: _______________
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You shouldn't need a $300/hr attorney for a standard lien waiver. Our templates use the exact legal language your state requires — so you get it right without the billable hours.
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Using a non-compliant waiver can void your lien rights entirely. We handle Michigan-specific requirements automatically — statutory language, mandatory disclosures, the works.
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DocJoist vs. the old way
Without DocJoist
- Pay $200–500 per waiver for a lawyer to draft it
- Google for generic templates that may not be compliant
- Manually research state-specific requirements
- Hope you're using the right form
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- Free — no lawyer needed
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Is it worth the risk?
Most clients pay without a problem — and that's great. But the one time a payment falls through, a non-compliant waiver means you may have no legal recourse. Michigan requires specific statutory language per MCL § 570.1115 — a generic template won't protect you. Is that really worth risking on a $50,000 job? It takes 2 minutes to use the right form.
Choose Your Michigan Waiver Type
Conditional Waiver and Release on Progress Payment
Waives lien rights for a specific progress payment, effective only when payment is received.
Unconditional Waiver and Release on Progress Payment
Irrevocably waives lien rights for a specific progress payment amount.
Conditional Waiver and Release on Final Payment
Waives all lien rights upon receipt of the final payment.
Unconditional Waiver and Release on Final Payment
Irrevocably waives all lien rights - the claimant confirms final payment was received.
Michigan Lien Waiver Compliance
Statutory Requirements
Michigan mandates the use of statutory lien waiver forms. Using non-compliant forms may result in the waiver being unenforceable.
Governing Statute
MCL § 570.1115
Notarization
Michigan does not require notarization of lien waivers, though it is recommended for added legal protection.
Non-Compliance Penalties
Use of non-statutory forms may result in the waiver being unenforceable. Failure to comply with statutory requirements can expose parties to lien claims.
Michigan requires the use of statutory lien waiver forms as prescribed in Michigan Compiled Laws section 570.1115. The forms must substantially comply with the statutory language.
Frequently Asked Questions: Michigan Lien Waivers
Are Michigan's statutory lien waiver forms mandatory?
Yes, Michigan law requires lien waivers to substantially comply with the forms prescribed in MCL section 570.1115.
What happens if a Michigan lien waiver doesn't follow the statute?
Waivers that don't substantially comply with the statutory forms may be unenforceable.
Does Michigan require notarization of lien waivers?
No, Michigan does not require notarization for lien waivers.
Related Lien Waiver Resources
Michigan Waiver Types
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