Dorchester County Lis Pendens Form

Last validated October 8, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Formatted for recording in Dorchester County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Dorchester, Grover, Harleyville, North Charleston, Reevesville, Ridgeville, Saint George, Summerville.

$3997
One-time purchase. No subscription.
  • 3 documents included
  • Immediate PDF download
  • Formatting guarantee

Dorchester County Lis Pendens Form

Dorchester County Lis Pendens Form

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

Document last validated 8/13/2026
Dorchester County Lis Pendens Guide

Dorchester County Lis Pendens Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document last validated 9/24/2026
Dorchester County Completed Example of the Lis Pendens Document

Dorchester County Completed Example of the Lis Pendens Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document last validated 10/8/2026

All 3 documents above included • One-time purchase • No recurring fees

Immediate Download • Secure Checkout

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Dorchester County Register of Deeds

Address:
201 Johnston St / PO Box 38
Saint George, South Carolina 29477

Hours: 8:30 to 5:00 Monday through Friday

Phone: (843) 563-0181 and 832-0181 for Summerville

Recording Tips for Dorchester County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • Request a receipt showing your recording numbers
  • Ask about accepted payment methods when you call ahead
  • Ask for certified copies if you need them for other transactions

Cities and Jurisdictions in Dorchester County

Properties in any of these areas use Dorchester County forms:

  • Dorchester
  • Grover
  • Harleyville
  • North Charleston
  • Reevesville
  • Ridgeville
  • Saint George
  • Summerville

View Complete Recorder Office Guide

Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Dorchester County

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Dorchester 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 Dorchester County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Dorchester County, including margin requirements, font requirements, and other layout standards. This guarantee applies to formatting, not to the legal sufficiency of information entered by the user or the suitability of a form for a particular transaction.

Can I reuse these forms?

Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Dorchester 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. The free Adobe Acrobat Reader is recommended, and most PDF apps also work. 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 Dorchester County?

Recording fees in Dorchester County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (843) 563-0181 and 832-0181 for Summerville for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

In South Carolina a Lis Pendens (affecting title to real property) can be recorded by the plaintiff, with the County Recorder's Office up to 20 days before the actual Court Case is filed (or at any time afterwards). A Defendant may also file a Lis Pendens in certain circumstances. This form is formatted to be filed by the Plaintiff [party initiating the claim]. (SECTION 15-11-10)

(South Carolina LP Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

Important: Your property must be located in Dorchester County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.

This Lis Pendens meets all recording requirements specific to Dorchester County.

Our Promise

The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Dorchester County recording format requirements. If there is a rejection caused by our formatting, we will correct the issue or refund your payment. This guarantee applies to document formatting only and does not extend to information entered by the user, the selection of the form, or the legal effect of the completed document.

Save Time and Money

Get your Dorchester County Lis Pendens form done right the first time with Deeds.com Uniform Conveyancing Blanks. At Deeds.com, we understand that your time and money are valuable resources, and we don't want you to face a penalty fee or rejection imposed by a county recorder for submitting nonstandard documents. We constantly review and update our forms to meet rapidly changing state and county recording requirements for roughly 3,500 counties and local jurisdictions.

4.8 out of 5 - ( 4,828 Reviews )

Cindy W. 5 out of 5 stars

The site is a good idea, however, I couldn't find what I needed with just the address alone. I was looking to get the name of a former landlord, as I can't remember it.

Reply from Staff

Thank you!

Kari G. 5 out of 5 stars

The service was prompt and attentive to my questions. I would've just appreciated a heads up that I also needed to contact the county directly (and provide contact info) to receive a certified copy of the document (Notice of Commencement) in order to submit the certified copy to the Building Department. This was an extra step that I haven't had to complete before using another eRecording service. Even if this extra step is a result of the county's system. I would still have expected a head's up (since there wasn't any info regarding this on the county's site for eRecording).

Reply from Staff

Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!

Kenneth S. 2 out of 5 stars

Navigating the site was fine, but the service was not able to find my deed. Still have not received my refund.

Reply from Staff

Thanks for your feedback Kenneth. Sorry we were not able to pull the deed for your property. We voided your payment on December 28, 2018. Sometimes, depending on your financial institution, it can take a few days for the pending charge (hold) to expire.

Deborah O. 5 out of 5 stars

Response time was fantastic. I had no idea it would be so quick. I would definitely use again. They send you a message if they need additional information, etc. I would rate them a 10+ on a 1-10 scale

Reply from Staff

Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!

brian o. 5 out of 5 stars

I was needing some forms from another state. I am a lawyer but don't have ready access to out of state forms. I was impressed with how thorough the intake process was. Very nice that I could download the form in Word so that I could adjust a few things. Very fine service. I recommend.

Reply from Staff

Thank you!

Michelle G. 5 out of 5 stars

EXCEPTIONAL CUSTOMER SERIVCE!!! THANK YOU!!!

Reply from Staff

Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!

John B. 5 out of 5 stars

Simply amazing. I had absolutely no idea how to properly file a deed, until someone told me about deeds.com. It's just such a well designed service, with fantastic customer support, and speed. Bravo to everyone at deeds.

Reply from Staff

We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!

Julie P. 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to use service. Thank you.

Reply from Staff

Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!

Kathrine v. 5 out of 5 stars

i like this service! so convenient! 10 out of the 10

Reply from Staff

We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!

Dan V. 5 out of 5 stars

Very happy, thanks.

Reply from Staff

Thank you!

Kirsten Z. 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you! Including the Guide and completed example was especially helpful.

Reply from Staff

Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!

Linda D. 5 out of 5 stars

very efficient and easy to use online platform. I reviewed several different sites before I settle on this one. Took my deed to the courthouse today and recorded it with no problems.

Reply from Staff

We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!

Lori G. 5 out of 5 stars

I needed to add my husband to my deed. an attorney would charge me $275.00. I decided to file myself. This makes it easy. Not done w/the process yet. But so far so good! :)

Reply from Staff

Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!

Linda K C. 5 out of 5 stars

I wanted to do an Enhancement Life Quitclaim deed and the county government lady didn’t know what I was even talking about. I ordered the deed from Deeds.com and filled it all in,submitted to the county clerk who took 10 minutes to study it before she accepted the deed. This was the easiest transaction I’ve ever made! I actually felt smarter than the clerk who worked at the count office over 20 years.

Reply from Staff

Thank you, Linda! We’re glad the process went smoothly and that our forms helped you complete your recording with confidence. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience!

Deborah C. 5 out of 5 stars

Good organization and guidance.

Reply from Staff

Thank you!