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.Obtain and fill out Abstract of Judgment. (EJ-001) and Notice of Lien (EJ-185) and file with the court where the debtor's lawsuit is pending. California laws establish the process for the judgment creditor to begin collecting the money through a judgment lien connected to your real estate. If you are selling or refinancing your home, ask your mortgage company please contact County of San Bernardino County Recorders office. This levy seeks to levy upon and sell (or attach) the real property interest of the following Judgment Debtor(s). A California lien search is an investigative inquiry that state residents can use to confirm the presence of a lien on property or real estate in California. 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).