Because maritime lien law is complicated, you should consult a lawyer who is knowledgeable in this specific area of law.
The following complexities are characteristic of maritime liens:

• Some maritime liens attach to borrowed or leased equipment on the vessel.
• The lien remains attached to items when removed from the vessel.
• Other types of maritime liens do not attach to borrowed or leased equipment.
• Invalid maritime liens can result in severe sanctions against the creditor and creditor’s attorney in federal court.
• Services to new boats never launched are not subject to maritime liens.
• Breach of contract for vessel purchase is not subject to maritime lien.
• Recordings of maritime liens are not subject to UCC regulations and are optional, resulting in secret liens.