Virginia Beach City Memorandum of Lis Pendens Form

Last validated February 16, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Virginia Beach City Memorandum of Lis Pendens Form

Virginia Beach City Memorandum of Lis Pendens Form

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Virginia Beach City Memorandum of Lis Pendens Guide

Virginia Beach City Memorandum of Lis Pendens Guide

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Virginia Beach City Completed Example of the Memorandum of Lis Pendens

Virginia Beach City Completed Example of the Memorandum of Lis Pendens

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Virginia Beach Circuit Court Clerk

Address:
Judicial Center - 2425 Nimmo Pkwy, 3rd floor
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23456-9017

Hours: 8:30am to 4:00pm Monday through Friday

Phone: (757) 385-8821

Recording Tips for Virginia Beach City:
  • Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only
  • Ask about their eRecording option for future transactions
  • Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned

Cities and Jurisdictions in Virginia Beach City

Properties in any of these areas use Virginia Beach City forms:

  • Virginia Beach

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How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Virginia Beach City 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 Virginia Beach City?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Virginia Beach City 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 Virginia Beach City 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 Virginia Beach City?

Recording fees in Virginia Beach City vary. Contact the recorder's office at (757) 385-8821 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 Virginia Beach City to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

This Memorandum of Lis Pendens meets all recording requirements specific to Virginia Beach City.

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