A judgment lien enables a creditor to compel the selling of a debtor's property. The proceeds from the property sale are then used to satisfy the judgment.To get a judgment lien, the creditor must file certain documents in the county recorder's office. A judgment lien can be attached to the debtor's real estate -- meaning a house, condo, land, or similar kind of property interest. Call our Chicago, IL debt collection lawyer if you need help securing a judgment enforcement. Schedule a consultation today. 312-704-0771. A judgment lien allows a creditor to collect a judgment through the sale of the debtor's real estate. To secure a judgment lien against personal property, the creditor usually files a notice of judgment lien with the Secretary of State where the debtor lives. A lien is an option seeing he is a coowner of a house. What do I need to do to file a judgment lien?