Jefferson County Notice of Lis Pendens Form

Last validated August 27, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Formatted for recording in Jefferson County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Bakerton, Charles Town, Halltown, Harpers Ferry, Kearneysville, Millville, Ranson, Rippon and 3 more.

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Jefferson County Lis Pendens Form

Jefferson County Lis Pendens Form

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

Document last validated 8/27/2026
Jefferson County Lis Pendens Guide

Jefferson County Lis Pendens Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document last validated 8/11/2026
Jefferson County Completed Example of the Lis Pendens Document

Jefferson County Completed Example of the Lis Pendens Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document last validated 8/24/2026

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Jefferson County Clerk

Address:
Old Courthouse - 100 E Washington St / PO Box 208
Charles Town, West Virginia 25414

Hours: 9:00 to 5:00 M-F / Same-day recording until 4:30

Phone: (304) 728-3215

Recording Tips for Jefferson 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 Jefferson County

Properties in any of these areas use Jefferson County forms:

  • Bakerton
  • Charles Town
  • Halltown
  • Harpers Ferry
  • Kearneysville
  • Millville
  • Ranson
  • Rippon
  • Shenandoah Junction
  • Shepherdstown
  • Summit Point

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Jefferson County

How do I get my forms?

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

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Jefferson 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 Jefferson 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 Jefferson County?

Recording fees in Jefferson County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (304) 728-3215 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

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)

Important: Your property must be located in Jefferson County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.

This Notice of Lis Pendens meets all recording requirements specific to Jefferson County.

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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Jefferson 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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