Property Ownership
In New York, a 'lis pendens' is effective from the date it is:
ASigned by the plaintiff's attorney
BFiled (indexed) in the county clerk's office of the county where the property is located✓ Correct
CServed on the property owner
DEntered into the MLS
Explanation
A lis pendens (notice of pendency) is effective from the date it is filed and indexed in the county clerk's office where the property is situated, providing constructive notice to all subsequent purchasers and encumbrancers.
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