Corporate Lien

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Definition: Corporate Lien


Corporate Lien


Full Definition of Corporate Lien


A claim attached to the assets of a company by a debt holder, or a tax authority for the purpose of collecting on an outstanding financial obligation. Holders of liens are usually given priority status over other creditors in the event the company liquidates assets in order to pay down its debts. Liens may also be packaged as a security and sold to investors as a way to finance the debt.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Corporate Lien are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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