Franklin County Lis Pendens Form
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Franklin County Lis Pendens Form
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Franklin County Lis Pendens Guide
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Franklin County Completed Example of the Lis Pendens Document
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Franklin County Certificate of Service Form
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Franklin County Completed Example of the Certificate of Service Document
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Where to Record Your Documents
Franklin County Clerk's Office
Mt Vernon, Texas 75457
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 12:00 & 1:00 - 5:00pm / Recording until 4:00pm
Phone: (903) 537-2342 Ext 2
Recording Tips for Franklin County:
- Double-check legal descriptions match your existing deed
- Verify all names are spelled correctly before recording
- Ask about their eRecording option for future transactions
- Check margin requirements - usually 1-2 inches at top
- Mornings typically have shorter wait times than afternoons
Cities and Jurisdictions in Franklin County
Properties in any of these areas use Franklin County forms:
- Mount Vernon
- Scroggins
- Talco
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Franklin County
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Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Franklin 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 Franklin County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Franklin 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 Franklin 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 Franklin County?
Recording fees in Franklin County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (903) 537-2342 Ext 2 for current fees.
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A lis pendens is filed in the county where the property is located. This is done after litigation affecting title to real property is taken. Requirement for filing a lis pendens in Texas are codified in Tex. Prop. Code 12.007. Texas court cases have laid the foundation, that the person filing the lis pendens must have a direct interest in the ownership of the real property and not simply a collateral interest to recover monetary damages. Although a lis pendens is not a lien, it is often viewed in a similar light and can therefore have the effect of stopping a sale. Why? Because constructive notice of litigation has now been given to potential buyers.
When a Lis Pendens document is filed it must contain a proof of service which is an acknowledgment of service by the person served or a certificate of service. In some cases, the clerk will permit a document to be filed but will require the proof of service to be filed promptly thereafter. 9.5(d)
9.5(e) Certificate Requirements. A certificate of service must be signed by the person who made the service and must state:
(1) the date and manner of service;
(2) the name and address of each person served; and
(3) if the person served is a party's attorney, the name of the party represented by that attorney.
This Document includes a "Certificate of Service" form that can be used by an attorney or party to the case.
Important: Your property must be located in Franklin County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Lis Pendens meets all recording requirements specific to Franklin County.
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