NOTE: This paper is merely a guide. Please seek legal counsel should you have any questions regarding the contents of this paper.This page breaks down the rules, requirements, and deadlines you need to follow to file a Texas mechanics lien. Step 1: Providing Notice or Filing the Lawsuit. In a non-judicial foreclosure, the homeowner will be sent a notice letting them know they are in default. An abstract of judgment is filed post-judgment in the county where the debtor lives and provides details about the judgment and debtor.