You can put a lien on that property so that if they ever sell or refinance the property you might get paid. To do this, you first need an Abstract of Judgment.Complete the Abstract of Judgment Form. To put a judgment lien against real property, you must complete: Abstract of Judgment, Civil and Small Claims (EJ-001). Please type or laser-print information on this form. Be sure information provided is legible. In California, if you're the person owed money (the creditor), you can place a judgment lien on the debtor's real estate or personal property. These sample forms may be useful when filing documents for the civil and family courts. If you have any questions, consult an attorney. A secured party with a perfected security interest in the accounts of the debtor, a general contractor, encumbered the debtor's right to the amounts withheld.