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Smyth County Memorandum of Lis Pendens Form

Smyth County Memorandum of Lis Pendens Form

Smyth County Memorandum of Lis Pendens Form

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

Document Last Validated 8/7/2025
Smyth County Memorandum of Lis Pendens Guide

Smyth County Memorandum of Lis Pendens Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document Last Validated 7/15/2025
Smyth County Completed Example of the Memorandum of Lis Pendens

Smyth County Completed Example of the Memorandum of Lis Pendens

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document Last Validated 7/25/2025

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Smyth Clerk of Circuit Court
Address:
County Courthouse - 109 West Main St, Suite 1081
Marion, Virginia 24354

Hours: 9:00 to 5:00 M-F / Recording until 4:30

Phone: (276) 782-4044

Recording Tips for Smyth County:
  • Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only
  • White-out or correction fluid may cause rejection
  • Avoid the last business day of the month when possible
  • Request a receipt showing your recording numbers
  • Consider using eRecording to avoid trips to the office

Cities and Jurisdictions in Smyth County

Properties in any of these areas use Smyth County forms:

  • Atkins
  • Chilhowie
  • Marion
  • Saltville
  • Sugar Grove

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Smyth County

How do I get my forms?

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

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Smyth County including margin requirements, content requirements, font and font size requirements.

Can I reuse these forms?

Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Smyth 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 Smyth County?

Recording fees in Smyth County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (276) 782-4044 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 Smyth County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

This Memorandum of Lis Pendens meets all recording requirements specific to Smyth County.

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The documents you receive here will meet, or exceed, the Smyth County recording requirements for formatting. If there's an issue caused by our formatting, we'll make it right and refund your payment.

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