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.If your judgment is against a business, you can record a lien with the Secretary of State's office. To do this, fill out a JL-1. 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. Find information about the property document recording process including important paperwork and essential forms. Fill out the form after you have added all costs associated with collecting judgment. You can also request interest that accrues while the judgment is unpaid. A lien is a legal claim on your property as a security for a debt. LBR 4003-2 provides the procedure for a party to file a motion to avoid a lien when the judgment lien is on personal property.