A creditor can sue you to get a judgment against you. In New York, a judgment lien can be attached to the debtor's real estate -- meaning a house, condo, land, or similar kind of property interest.According to New York law, you can attach a judgment lien to your debtor's real estate, whether they own a freestanding house, a condo, or land. Ask the Small Claims Court Clerk for a transcript of judgment and then file it with the County Clerk in the county where the judgment debtor owns property. A judgment lien arises when a court rules you owe a debt, allowing the creditor to claim your nonexempt property until the debt is paid. A judgment lien can be placed on the judgment debtor's real property to help ensure your client gets their money, but such liens have limitations. Judgment creditors have many options when enforcing a judgment. The filing of a transcript of judgment creates a lien against any real estate of the defendants in the county. In New York, a judgment lien can be attached to the debtor's real estate -- meaning a house, condo, land, or similar kind of property interest. A tax warrant is equivalent to a civil judgment against you, and protects New York State's interests and priority in the collection of outstanding tax debt.