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.Yes you are going to have to draft the documents. It is not as simple as just filing a lien lis pendens. A lis pendens is a notice of pending litigation. It constitutes constructive notice of any claims in the suit as to the land. (c) Notice of lis pendens. Notice of Intent to Claim Lien must be served on owner and construction lender prior to filing verified statement of lien. A lis pendens is not a lien, but rather a notice of a possible interest in the property. A notice of lis pendens is a legal document recorded in the chain of title to real property at the local register of deeds that gives notice to everyone.