West Virginia Notice of Lis Pendens

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About the West Virginia Notice of Lis Pendens

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Have the document notarized if required
Record with your county recorder's office

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When a suit is filed that affects title to real property a Lis Pendens must be recorded to provide constructive notice to would be buyers or encumbrancers. Such Lis Pendens must be recorded in the County Clerks Office where the property is located to become effective. If the property is located in more than one county then a Lis Pendens shall be recorded in the (Lis Pendens record) of each county, (which will become public record). (WV Code 55-11-1)
The Lis Pendens document contains:
The Court of the pending case
Title of the Cause of the case
Names of parties to the case
Legal Description of property affected
Object of the case
Names of the parties whose estate is intended to be affected by outcome of the case
[Notice of Lis Pendens SECTION 15-11-2]

(West Virginia Notice of LP Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

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

— Terry C.

"It is a difficult challenge -- trying to take the needless jargon out of legal transactions so ordin…"

— Jay B.

"Fantastic!"

— Patrick S.

"Excellent!"

— Jane D.

"Very easy to navigate and we get exactly what we need, when we need it! Also, they keep Tra k of pre…"

— Daniel F.

"We have been very happy with all that Deeds have done very timely and helpful"

Common Uses for Notice of Lis Pendens

Protect your interest in a property during a divorce proceeding
Protect your legal claim on a property during a dispute
Alert potential buyers that a property is subject to litigation
Provide constructive notice of a contract dispute involving property
Alert lenders to pending litigation that may affect collateral
File notice of a pending foreclosure action
Notify title companies of unresolved claims against a property

Compare other West Virginia deed forms and documents

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Important: County-Specific Forms

Our notice of lis pendens forms are specifically formatted for each county in West Virginia.

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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