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  1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open the lis pendens document in the editor.
  2. Begin by filling in the court name and judicial circuit at the top of the form. This identifies where your case is being filed.
  3. Next, enter the county name where the property is located. This ensures that all parties are aware of the jurisdiction.
  4. In the 'Plaintiff' section, provide your name or the name of your legal entity as it appears on official documents.
  5. Fill in the 'Defendant(s)' section with the names of all individuals or entities involved in this action.
  6. Specify the case number assigned to your action. If you do not have one yet, leave this blank for now.
  7. Describe the nature of your action in detail, ensuring clarity about what you seek regarding the real property.
  8. Finally, date and sign at the bottom of the form to validate your submission before saving or sharing it.

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Make a formal written request for the discharge of the lis pendens from the party who filed it. Notify them that a discharge is mandated by law if the litigation has been resolved. Insist on a discharge if the pending litigation does not directly pertain to the affected real estate.
After paying the mortgage reinstatement amount, the lis pendens does not automatically disappear. Typically, the lender or plaintiff must file a formal notice of dismissal or release with the court to remove the lis pendens. This legal step clears the cloud on the property title, allowing a sale.
If you plan to use Lis Pendens as part of your legal strategy, expect to need an accompanying bond. Since litigation cannot proceed until you obtain a bond, find a surety to work with ASAP. Viking Bond Service issues Lis Pendens bonds in all 50 states and can get you a quote in a matter of hours.
Property Act, 1882, under Section 52. Lis means litigation and pendens means pending, literally. signifying pending litigation. Any action or proceeding which is pending in any court of law is. said to be lis pendens.
Short Answer: After filing a lis pendens, property sales may stall due to legal disputes impacting the title. Misfiling can result in sanctions or slander of title damages. Removal involves court-ordered expungement or voluntary discharge.

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A Lis Pendens Can be Removed, Foreclosed or Expunged, Even if it was Validly Recorded the claimant has not made a real property claim in their underlying lawsuit, or. the court determines that the claimants interest in the subject real property may be adequately protected by the posting of an undertaking, or bond. [5]
One question buyers often ask is: How long does a Lis Pendens remain active? The answer depends entirely on the underlying lawsuit. The notice remains in place until the case is resolved or dismissed. This indefinite duration can make purchasing affected properties a risky venture. Lis Pendens Unveiled: Impact on Real Estate Transactions daughtreylaw.com 2025/01/09 lis-pendens-in- daughtreylaw.com 2025/01/09 lis-pendens-in-

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