Rains County Lis Pendens Form
Last validated October 21, 2026 by our Forms Development TeamFormatted for recording in Rains County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Emory, Point.
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Rains County Lis Pendens Form
Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.
Rains County Lis Pendens Guide
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Rains County Completed Example of the Lis Pendens Document
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Rains County Certificate of Service Form
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Rains County Completed Example of the Certificate of Service Document
Example of a properly completed form for reference.
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Where to Record Your Documents
Rains County Clerk - Courthouse Annex
Emory, Texas 75440
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm
Phone: 903-473-5000
Recording Tips for Rains County:
- Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
- Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
- Leave recording info boxes blank - the office fills these
- Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe
- Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs
Cities and Jurisdictions in Rains County
Properties in any of these areas use Rains County forms:
- Emory
- Point
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Rains County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Rains 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 Rains County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Rains 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 Rains 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 Rains County?
Recording fees in Rains County vary. Contact the recorder's office at 903-473-5000 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 Rains 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 Rains County.
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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Rains 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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