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. 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). Know your rights when you get a judgment lien. Your first step as a judgment creditor is to convert your verdict or other court determination declaring both parties' rights and obligations into a judgment. Where do I file my case? Lis pendens is a formal notice that there is a pending action, or lawsuit, that could affect the title of the property. Liens can be used to enforce a judgment in a lawsuit against the judgment debtor.