Lis Pendens is Latin for litigation pending. Think of Lis Pendens as notice of lawsuit.WHEREAS the action has been settled or dismissed,. A Standard Document notice of lis pendens to file with a county recording office in New Jersey to provide constructive notice to third parties. Requirements to Foreclose. 1. Caption of the underlying Complaint including the name of the Plaintiff(s) and Defendant(s) and date of filing of Complaint. The term lis pendens is Latin for "pending lawsuit. The term lis pendens is Latin for "pending lawsuit. Visit your county recorder's office and ask to file a Notice of Lis Pendens. Search forms, brochures, and self-help kits.