Ocean County Lis Pendens Form
Ocean County Lis Pendens Form
Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.
Ocean County Lis Pendens Guide
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.
Ocean County Completed Example of the Lis Pendens Document
Example of a properly completed form for reference.
Ocean County Certificate of Service Form
Fill in the blank form used to certify service of lis pendens.
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Where to Record Your Documents
Ocean County Courthouse
Toms River, New Jersey 08753 / 08754-2101
Hours: 8:30am to 4:00pm M-F
Phone: 732-929-2018
Ocean County Mall
Toms River, New Jersey 08753
Hours: Open daily during regular mall hours
Phone: 732-288-7777
Northern Ocean County
Lakewood, New Jersey 08701
Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm M-F
Phone: 732-370-8850
Southern Service Center
Manahawkin, New Jersey 08050
Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm M-F
Phone: 609-597-1500
Recording Tips for Ocean County:
- Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe
- Request a receipt showing your recording numbers
- Recording early in the week helps ensure same-week processing
Cities and Jurisdictions in Ocean County
Properties in any of these areas use Ocean County forms:
- Barnegat
- Barnegat Light
- Bayville
- Beach Haven
- Beachwood
- Brick
- Forked River
- Island Heights
- Jackson
- Lakehurst
- Lakewood
- Lanoka Harbor
- Lavallette
- Little Egg Harbor Twp
- Manahawkin
- Manchester Township
- Mantoloking
- New Egypt
- Normandy Beach
- Ocean Gate
- Pine Beach
- Point Pleasant Beach
- Seaside Heights
- Seaside Park
- Toms River
- Tuckerton
- Waretown
- West Creek
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Ocean County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Ocean 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 Ocean County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Ocean 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 Ocean 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 Ocean County?
Recording fees in Ocean County vary. Contact the recorder's office at 732-929-2018 for current fees.
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Lis Pendens is Latin for "litigation pending". Think of Lis Pendens as "notice of lawsuit". Once recorded this gives notice to the world that there is litigation pending over a parcel of real property. A buyer would be held subject to the outcome of the litigation. This greatly discourages any transfer of title until litigation is resolved. Common uses of a Lis Pendens are: Quit Title Action, Mechanic's Lien, Foreclosure, and part of a divorce proceeding (usually when the property is in one parties name).
N.J.S.A.2A:15-6. Written notice of pendency of action; contents
In every action, instituted in any court of this State having civil jurisdiction or in the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey, the object of which is to enforce a lien upon real estate or to affect the title to real estate or a lien or encumbrance thereon, plaintiff or his attorney shall, after the filing of the complaint, file in the office of the county clerk or register of deeds and mortgages, as the case may be, of the county in which the affected real estate is situate, a written notice of the pendency of the action, which shall set forth the title and the general object thereof, with a description of the affected real estate.
No notice of lis pendens shall be filed under this article in an action to recover a judgment for money or damages only.
When a notice of lis pendens is filed in such an action, the plaintiff shall, within three days after the filing of the notice of lis pendens, serve upon the defendant a copy of the notice of lis pendens and of the complaint. See N.J.S.A.. 2A:15-7. Included is a "Certificate of Service" form with instructions.
(New Jersey LP Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)
Important: Your property must be located in Ocean County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Lis Pendens meets all recording requirements specific to Ocean County.
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