Norman A. Koglin Associates v. Valenz Oro, Inc.

In this appeal, we decide whether a mechanic’s lien claimant may enforce its lien where it asserted its lien in an answer rather than a counterclaim.

Plaintiff, Norman A. Koglin Associates (Koglin), is an architectural firm. One of the defendants, Valenz Oro, Inc. (Valenz), was a tenant in a downtown Chicago building. Koglin alleged that it entered into a contract with Valenz to perform architectural and interior design services in connection with the construction and improvement of Valenz’s jewelry store. Koglin further alleged that it performed the services but was not fully paid. Koglin…