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.A Writ of Sale is issued for the purpose of selling specific real or personal property. Hearing Documents, Motion to Reclassify, Lead Document. These Foreclosure Forms are for All Courts that preside over Residential Foreclosure Cases. A summary of the essentials of a court judgment. California laws establish the process for the judgment creditor to begin collecting the money through a judgment lien connected to your real estate. The Sheriff's Court Services Division serves as an officer of the court. Our office receives, serves, and executes all civil processes and orders. After you file your lien, your next step is to file a lawsuit to foreclose the lien within 90 days of the lien recording date.