A lis pendens is a tool for notifying the public, interested persons included, that certain real property is subject to the outcome of pending litigation. Lis Pendens, meaning "pending lawsuit" in Latin, is a public notice indicating ongoing litigation involving real property.You do not need permission to file a Notice of Lis Pendens. The Notice is recorded with the county recorder's office. This research guide includes information and resources on lis pendens. Latin for "pending lawsuit," lis pendens is "the jurisdiction, power, or control. Records Filing Office Room B20 100 W. Weatherford St. Fort Worth, Texas 76196. Tarrant County Lis Pendens Form. Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements. Notice Of Lis Pendens Texas.