A lis pendens is a common tool used in Florida to put third parties on notice of a pending lawsuit against real estate. Lis pendens is a Latin term that literally means "lawsuit pending.A notice of lis pendens in Florida to give record notice of a pending action concerning title to, or an interest in, real property. Lis pendens is a legal term to describe a notice of pending litigation against real estate or real property. Montgomery County Alabama perform searches for property owner, absentee owners, Lis Pendens, property tax record, real estate tax data. There is a Supreme Court approved form, and it should be used. Complete a Title search and visual inspection (as possible) on the properties to understand any other issues. Register for the sale.