This research guide includes information and resources on lis pendens. Latin for "pending lawsuit," lis pendens is "the jurisdiction, power, or control.Lis Pendens, meaning "pending lawsuit" in Latin, is a public notice indicating ongoing litigation involving real property. Deeds, plats, liens, powers of attorney, oil and gas leases, and many other documents. Visit your county recorder's office and ask to file a Notice of Lis Pendens. By the time Zelvin rolled up in his van, even the FBI was investigating Puller's company, Puller. Mortgage Associates. SB 236, Author: Menéndez.