New York Consolidated Laws, Lien Law - LIE § 46. Action in a court not of record

If an action to enforce a mechanic's lien against real property is brought in a court not of record, it shall be commenced by the personal service upon the owner of a summons and complaint verified in the same manner as a complaint in an action in a court of record.  The complaint must set forth substantially the facts contained in the notice of lien, and the substance of the agreement under which the labor was performed or the materials were furnished.  The form and contents of the summons shall be the same as provided by law for the commencement of an action upon a contract in such court.  The summons must be returnable not less than twelve nor more than twenty days after the date of the summons, or if service is made by publication, after the day of the last publication of the summons.  Service must be made at least eight days before the return day.