Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements. What is Lis Pendens?Lis Pendens, meaning "pending lawsuit" in Latin, is a public notice indicating ongoing litigation involving real property. A Lis Pendens is a formal notice filed with the county recorder's office, used to indicate that a legal action involving real property is pending in Texas. Filing a Notice of Lis Pendens is an important legal step that can protect the interests of creditors and lienholders when it comes to real estate.