I HEREBY CERTIFY that a true and correct copy of the foregoing was provided via. Form 1.918 - LIS PENDENS.A lis pendens is a common tool used in Florida to put third parties on notice of a pending lawsuit against real estate. Generally, the party who filed it has to file a release, which is fairly quick. It can be done in a matter of hours. 77 In the event said notice of lis pendens expires or is withdrawn.