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The doctrine of lis pendens, also known as the "doctrine of pending litigation," is a legal principle that deals with the effect of a pending lawsuit on a property or subject matter involved in the dispute. "Lis pendens" is a Latin term that translates to "a suit pending."The doctrine of lis pendens serves two main purposes:Notice to the World: It provides constructive notice to the world that a legal action is pending concerning a particular property or subject matter. This means that anyone dealing with the property or subject matter is deemed to have knowledge of the pending lawsuit and its potential outcome.Jurisdiction and Control: It prevents the parties involved in the lawsuit from transferring or disposing of the property or subject matter in dispute during the pendency of the litigation. This ensures that the court retains jurisdiction and control over the property until the dispute is resolved.The doctrine of lis pendens operates on the principle that it would be unjust and chaotic if the outcome of a lawsuit could be undermined or rendered meaningless by allowing the parties to freely transfer or dispose of the property or subject matter while the case is ongoing. By maintaining the status quo and preserving the court's jurisdiction, the doctrine aims to protect the rights and interests of the parties involved in the litigation.In practical terms, when a lawsuit is filed involving a particular property or subject matter, a notice of lis pendens is typically recorded in the public records where the property is located. This notice serves as a warning to potential buyers, lenders, or other interested parties that there is a pending lawsuit affecting the property. It helps ensure that any subsequent transactions involving the property are subject to the outcome of the litigation.