Washington Lis Pendens

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When an action that has been commenced and affects title to real property, any party to the case may file a Lis Pendens. Once recorded the Lis Pendens gives (constructive notice to a purchaser or encumbrancer of the) subject (property). (Every person) who subsequently purchases or encumbrances the subject property, (shall be bound by all proceedings taken after the filing of such notice to the same extent as if he or she were a party to the action.) (RCW 4.28.320) A Lis Pendens is not a lien but in effect acts like one, because of the fear of being bound to the results of the legal proceedings.

Such Lis Pendens shall contain:
(the names of the parties)
(the object of the action and)
(a description of the real property in that county affected thereby) (RCW 4.28.320)

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How to Use This Form

Select your county from the list above
Download the county-specific form
Fill in the required information
Have the document notarized if required
Record with your county recorder's office

What Others Like You Are Saying

— Norman K.

"It wasn't really what I needed I read and read and read and read and I thought I was to do with for …"

— Linda D.

"It was easy to download the form I wanted BUT there were 2 other options listed for "open/downl…"

— Suzette H.

"helped clarify how process works Thanks"

— Renata L.

"Was a bit difficult to navigate. I feel a fee to access the site and a fee to print is a bit much. I…"

— Richard C.

"There was not much info available but what you produced confirmed what I needed to know."

Common Uses for Lis Pendens

Alert potential buyers that a property is subject to litigation
Alert lenders to pending litigation that may affect collateral
File notice of a boundary dispute or quiet title action
Prevent the sale of a property while a lawsuit is pending
Establish priority of a legal claim on real property
Protect your interest in a property during a divorce proceeding

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Important: County-Specific Forms

Our lis pendens forms are specifically formatted for each county in Washington.

After selecting your county, you'll receive forms that meet all local recording requirements, ensuring your documents will be accepted without delays or rejection fees.

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