In Florida, for a Lis Pendens to be effective it must be recorded in the county recorder's office, (where the property is located) 48.23 (1)(a).

A Florida notice of lis pendens must contain the following:

a.(The names of the parties.)

b.(The date of the institution of the action, the date of the clerk's electronic receipt, or the case number of the action.)

c.(The name of the court in which it is pending.)

d.(A description of the property involved or to be affected.)

e.(A statement of the relief sought as to the property.) 48.23 (c)1.

A Florida Lis Pendens stays if effect for one year in general. (The court may impose such terms for the extension of time as justice requires.) 48.23(2)

A Lis Pendens is usually filed by the plaintiff ( party initiating suit).
In general, every document filed in a Florida (court proceeding) (must be served) (on each party.) 2.516(a)

(Florida Lis Pendens Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

Important: County-Specific Forms

Our lis pendens forms are specifically formatted for each county in Florida.

After selecting your county, you'll receive forms that meet all local recording requirements, ensuring your documents will be accepted without delays or rejection fees.

How to Use This Form

Select your county from the list above
Download the county-specific form
Fill in the required information
Have the document notarized if required
Record with your county recorder's office

Common Uses for Lis Pendens

Transfer property between family members
Add or remove names from property titles
Transfer property into or out of trusts
Correct errors in previously recorded deeds
Gift property to others

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