Once the complaint is filed, it enters a Lis pendens, meaning a suit is pending. The Lis Pendens is a public notification that the property is being foreclosed upon.Day 48: Prepare and mail for filing lis pendens to County Clerk. Learn about the foreclosure process in New Jersey and find resources for self-help, legal assistance, and avoiding scams. Free mediation services available. A cover sheet (or electronic synopsis). The site contains records of homeowners who are three to four months behind on their mortgage when a Lis Pendens is filed. Requirements to Foreclose. 1. Caption of the underlying Complaint including the name of the Plaintiff(s) and Defendant(s) and date of filing of Complaint. Fill out the form to access a sample of Practical Guidance.