Lis Pendens Archives

Partition Referees in California

Partition referees in California effectuate the court’s judgment that the property should be partitioned, which usually involves a sale of the property. Sometimes, partition referees are referees to as partition receivers, partition special masters, partition commissioners, partition administrators, or real estate referees. List of Partition Referees in California As the largest partition-only law firm in … Read More

Code of Civil Procedure 874.225 – Claim in Property of Person Not a Party to Action; Effect of Judgment; Conditions (Partition Actions)

California Code of Civil Procedure 874.225 is the California partition statute that states that someone who is not a party to the partition action is not affected by the judgment so long as certain conditions are satisfied. The statute provides that: Except to the extent provided in Section 1908, the judgment does not affect a claim in … Read More

How Realtors Can Force the Sale of Co-owned Property in California

Can Realtors assist their clients in selling a co-owned property? As a Realtor, you may have come across situations in which a disagreeable co-owner disrupts an otherwise easy sale. Your client may have his or her heart set on selling the home but is unable to do so without the signature of the uncooperative co-owner. … Read More

Code of Civil Procedure 872.250 CCP – Lis Pendens; Supplemental Notice; Recordation (Partition Actions)

California Code of Civil Procedure 872.250 is the California partition statute that specifies the requirement of filing a lis pendens (notice of pending action) in a partition action, as well as the effect of a lis pendens in a partition action. The statute provides that: (a) Immediately upon filing the complaint, the plaintiff shall record … Read More

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Lis Pendens Requirement Checklist [Notice of Pending Action California]

What is a Lis Pendens (Notice of Pendency of Action) Under California Law? Formerly known as a “lis pendens,” a notice of pendency of action is a written document, recorded with the county recorder, that provides constructive notice of a pending court action (i.e. a lawsuit) that affects title to, or possession of, real property. … Read More

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5 Grounds for Lis Pendens Expungement – A Simple Guide

What is a Lis Pendens? In essence, a lis pendens is a notice of pending litigation against a piece of real property. A lis pendens means a “notice of the pendency of an action in which a real property claim is alleged.” See Code Civ. Proc. § 405.2. A party who asserts a claim against … Read More

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Lis Pendens Form [Notice of Pendency of Action California]

Recording a lis pendens has stringent requirement for formatting and service to ensure effectiveness. Free form lis pendens template.

What is a Lis Pendens in California Real Estate Law?

Formerly known as a “lis pendens,” a notice of pendency of action is a written document, recorded with the county recorder that provides constructive notice of a pending court action (i.e. a lawsuit) that affects title to, or possession of, real property.