Learn the New York Foreclosure Processes: Step 1: Lis Pendens Filing: The Case Begins. A lis pendens is the first filing made during the foreclosure process.The court has placed the most commonly used forms on line as a resource. Please be advised that the forms detailed below are intended to be a guide. Step 1 requires a filing within three business days after mailing a 90-day pre-foreclosure notice and is designed to capture the most relevant information. The Office of Wayne County Register of Deeds records various types of documents, mostly relating to interests and transfers of property. To confirm a sale date, please contact the Foreclosure Unit at 973-881-4200. Lis pendens is a notice lenders use when they initiate a foreclosure sale. Lis Pendens (In addition to Purchasing Index Number).