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.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. Paying off a lien is the easiest and most efficient way to clear title and allow the property to be sold without encumbrances. Liens allow creditors to maintain an interest in a property to use as leverage until a debt or obligation has been satisfied. You also have the right to use the power of the court take money or property to satisfy the judgment. Liens on marital property can come in all shapes and sizes during divorce. You need to know which liens to watch out for, and the best ways to resolve them. You may view the document or use the document type indication to determine which documents are liens and releases of liens. Of the judgment lien.