Escrow & Title

In Louisiana, when must a notice of lis pendens be filed to provide constructive notice of a pending lawsuit?

AAt the time of filing the lawsuit✓ Correct
BBefore the act of sale is recorded
CAfter the judgment is rendered
DOnly when the seller requests it

Explanation

A lis pendens must be filed at the time of (or after) filing the lawsuit to provide constructive notice to subsequent buyers and lenders that there is pending litigation affecting the title to the property.

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