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 judgment lien is a courtsanctioned claim imposed on a debtor's property when they lose a case and owe money to the plaintiff. A Writ of Sale is issued for the purpose of selling specific real or personal property. Provide the original and any attachments to the writ. â–« Provide the required advance deposit for fees and costs. To record the judgment, the creditor must complete and file an Abstract of Judgment.