Dominion Trust Co. v. Kenbridge Construction Co.

In this appeal, we consider whether a mechanic’s lien was perfected in the manner prescribed by law.

I

Plaza One Associates, a Virginia Limited Partnership, executed a contract with Kenbridge Construction Company, Inc. for the construction of a hotel upon approximately five acres of property. Plaza One failed to pay for certain work, and Kenbridge filed a memorandum for mechanic’s lien in the principal amount of $316,603.88, later reduced to $315,048.88 to correct a clerical error.

Kenbridge filed its amended bill of complaint to enforce its mechanic’s lien against numerous defendants, including…