Salem County Memorandum of Lis Pendens Form
Last validated September 9, 2026 by our Forms Development TeamFormatted for recording in Salem County, for property anywhere in the county or independent city: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Roanoke, Salem.
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Salem County Memorandum of Lis Pendens Form
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Salem County Memorandum of Lis Pendens Guide
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Salem County Completed Example of the Memorandum of Lis Pendens
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Where to Record Your Documents
City of Salem Circuit Court Clerk
Salem, Virginia 24153-7933
Hours: 8:30 to 4:30 M-F
Phone: (540) 375-3067
Recording Tips for Salem County:
- Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
- Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
- Bring extra funds - fees can vary by document type and page count
- Check margin requirements - usually 1-2 inches at top
- Leave recording info boxes blank - the office fills these
Cities and Jurisdictions in Salem County
Properties in any of these areas use Salem County forms:
- Roanoke
- Salem
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Salem County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Salem 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 Salem County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Salem 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 Salem 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 Salem County?
Recording fees in Salem County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (540) 375-3067 for current fees.
Questions answered? Let's get started!
To provide constructive notice of a pending lawsuit a Memorandum of Lis Pendens is filed when the claim brought forth (seeks to establish an interest by the filing party in the real property described in the memorandum.) Generally speaking a Memorandum becomes effective when recorded in the County or City, Circuit Court where the property is located. (8.01-268. (B))
The Memorandum of Lis Pendens shall contain:
(the title of the cause or attachment
the general object thereof
the court wherein it is pending
the amount of the claim asserted by the plaintiff
a description of the property
the name of the person whose estate is intended to be affected thereby,
and in an action to enforce a zoning ordinance a description of the alleged violation, shall be admitted to record in the clerk's office of the circuit court of the county or the city wherein the property is located;)(8.01-268. (A))
(Virginia MOLP Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)
Important: Your property must be located in Salem County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county or independent city recording office listed above.
This Memorandum of Lis Pendens meets all recording requirements specific to Salem County.
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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Salem 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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