Hidalgo County Lis Pendens Form

Last validated July 31, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Hidalgo County Lis Pendens Form

Hidalgo County Lis Pendens Form

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

Document Last Validated 7/30/2026
Hidalgo County Lis Pendens Guide

Hidalgo County Lis Pendens Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document Last Validated 7/29/2026
Hidalgo County Completed Example of the Lis Pendens Document

Hidalgo County Completed Example of the Lis Pendens Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document Last Validated 7/13/2026
Hidalgo County Certificate of Service Form

Hidalgo County Certificate of Service Form

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

Document Last Validated 6/17/2026
Hidalgo County Completed Example of the Certificate of Service Document

Hidalgo County Completed Example of the Certificate of Service Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document Last Validated 7/31/2026

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Hidalgo County Clerk

Address:
100 N Closner, 1st floor / PO Box 58
Edinburg, Texas 78539

Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30am - 5:30pm

Phone: (956) 318-2100 & 2811

McAllen Substation

Address:
419 Nolana, Ste B
McAllen, Texas 78501

Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30am - 5:30pm

Phone: (956) 661-1009

Recording Tips for Hidalgo County:
  • Check margin requirements - usually 1-2 inches at top
  • Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned
  • Recording fees may differ from what's posted online - verify current rates
  • Multi-page documents may require additional fees per page
  • Some documents require witnesses in addition to notarization

Cities and Jurisdictions in Hidalgo County

Properties in any of these areas use Hidalgo County forms:

  • Alamo
  • Donna
  • Edcouch
  • Edinburg
  • Elsa
  • Hargill
  • Hidalgo
  • La Blanca
  • La Joya
  • La Villa
  • Linn
  • Los Ebanos
  • Mcallen
  • Mercedes
  • Mission
  • Penitas
  • Pharr
  • Progreso
  • San Juan
  • Sullivan City
  • Weslaco

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Hidalgo County

How do I get my forms?

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

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Hidalgo 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 Hidalgo 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 Hidalgo County?

Recording fees in Hidalgo County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (956) 318-2100 & 2811 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

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 Hidalgo County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

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

Our Promise

The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Hidalgo 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.

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