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Madera County Notice of Pending Action Form

Madera County Notice of Pending Action Form

Madera County Notice of Pending Action Form

Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.

Document Last Validated 6/18/2025
Madera County Notice of Pending Action Guide

Madera County Notice of Pending Action Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document Last Validated 3/10/2025
Madera County Completed Example of the Notice of Pending Action Document

Madera County Completed Example of the Notice of Pending Action Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document Last Validated 7/24/2025
Madera County Proof of Service Form

Madera County Proof of Service Form

Fill in the blank Notice of Pending Action form formatted to comply with all California recording and content requirements.

Document Last Validated 5/13/2025
Madera County Proof of Service Guide

Madera County Proof of Service Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document Last Validated 6/24/2025
Madera County Completed Example of the Proof of Service Document

Madera County Completed Example of the Proof of Service Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document Last Validated 7/21/2025

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Important: Your property must be located in Madera County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

Where to Record Your Documents

County Recorder
Address:
200 West 4th St
Madera, California 93637-3548

Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m / Recording until 3:30 pm

Phone: (559) 675-7724

Recording Tips for Madera County:
  • Check that your notary's commission hasn't expired
  • Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs
  • Some documents require witnesses in addition to notarization
  • Mornings typically have shorter wait times than afternoons

Cities and Jurisdictions in Madera County

Properties in any of these areas use Madera County forms:

  • Ahwahnee
  • Bass Lake
  • Chowchilla
  • Coarsegold
  • Madera
  • North Fork
  • O Neals
  • Oakhurst
  • Raymond
  • Wishon

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Madera County

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Madera County forms will be in your account ready to download to your computer. An account is created for you during checkout if you don't have one. Forms are NOT emailed.

Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Madera County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Madera County including margin requirements, content requirements, font and font size requirements.

Can I reuse these forms?

Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Madera County you only need to order once.

What do I need to use these forms?

The forms are PDFs that you fill out on your computer. You'll need Adobe Reader (free software that most computers already have). You do NOT enter your property information online - you download the blank forms and complete them privately on your own computer.

Are there any recurring fees?

No. This is a one-time purchase. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.

How much does it cost to record in Madera County?

Recording fees in Madera County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (559) 675-7724 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

A Notice of Pending Action, formerly known as a lis pendens, is a document that is recorded to give constructive record notice of a pending lawsuit. The lawsuit must involve a claim which affects (a) title to, or right to possession of, real property; or (b) the use of an easement. [Code Civ. Proc. 405.4] When recorded, the notice lets subsequent buyers, transferees and encumbrancers know that an action is pending which affects the real property.

An attorney of record in an action may sign a notice of pendency of action. Alternatively, a judge of the court in which an action that includes a real property claim is pending may, on request of a party, approve a notice of pendency of action. A notice of pendency of action may only be recorded if: (1) it has been signed by the attorney of record; (2) it is signed by a party acting in propria persona ("for one's self," acting on one's own behalf) and approved by a judge; or (3) the action is one in eminent domain and subject to Code Civ. Proc. 405.6. [Code Civ. Proc. 405.21]

A party to an action who asserts a real property claim may record a notice of pendency in the action in which that real property claim is alleged. The notice must be recorded in the office of the recorder of each county in which all or part of the real property is situated. The notice must contain the names of all parties to the action and a description of the property affected by the action. [Code Civ. Proc. 405.20]

Except in eminent domain actions subject to Code Civ. Proc. 405.6, a real property claimant must, prior to recording the notice, mail a copy of it, by registered or certified mail with return receipt requested, to all known addresses of the parties to whom the real property claim is adverse, and to all owners of record of the real property affected by the claim. Immediately after recording, file a copy of the notice with the court in which the action is pending. [Code Civ. Proc. 405.22]

Any failure to meet the statutory obligations, including the Proof of Service requirement, will render the notice of pendency of action void and invalid as to any adverse party or owner of record. [Code Civ. Proc. 405.23]

Lawsuits can be complicated, and even small errors can affect the outcome of a case. Please contact an attorney with questions about using the Notice of Pending Action, or for any other issues related to real property in California.

(California Notice of Pending Action Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

Important: Your property must be located in Madera County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

This Notice of Pending Action meets all recording requirements specific to Madera County.

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