A lis pendens is an essential tool that provides notice of pending litigation involving a claim that affects title to real estate. Visit your county recorder's office and ask to file a Notice of Lis Pendens.It is essentially a type of "lien" on the property telling the world that a lawsuit is pending concerning the ownership or title to a parcel of land. A lis pendens is not a mechanics lien, but it is often required as part of the lien process. Remember that a lis pendens is a notice of a pending lawsuit. In Massachusetts, a plaintiff must obtain court approval before recording a notice of lis pendens. (c) Notice of lis pendens. Edit, sign, and share lis pendens lien online. No need to install software, just go to DocHub, and sign up instantly and for free. DO-NOT-RESUSCITATE ORDER.