Experienced Partition Action Lawyers in Azusa
A California partition action is a law that allows co-owners of real property to divide the property among themselves. The partition statutes provide a legal mechanism for co-owners to divide the property without having to go through the court system. The partition statutes also provide a way for co-owners to force the sale of the property if they cannot agree on how to divide it. The partition statutes also set out the procedures for the sale of the property and how the proceeds of the sale will be divided among the co-owners. The partition statutes also provide for the payment of costs associated with the sale of the property. The valuable real estate in Azusa often creates disagreements between co-owners that can only be solved by a Los Angeles partition attorney skilled in the judicial procedures in Los Angeles County.
- Can a partition action be filed for both real property and personal property in California? Yes, all co-owned real and personal property can be partitioned under California law. Cal. Civ. Proc. Code ยง 872.020.
- Can I be forced into selling a jointly owned house? Under California’s Partition of Real Property Act, a co-owner will have a right to buyout the property. However, absent a buy out at the appraised price, a plaintiff will likely be able to force the sale of a jointly owned house.
- What is a partition referee? A partition referee is a neutral third party, often times a lawyer or real estate broker, who completes the sale for the co-owners under court authority. The referee is then paid for their services either on an hourly, flat fee, or commission basis, and is relieved by the court of their duties in the case.
- How to force the sale of jointly owned property? A partition action is the only statutory method to ensure the end of the co-ownership dispute.
- How will the property be divided if a partition action is successful? In most partition actions, the property will be sold, rather than being divided. If the property is eligible for partition in-kind, the court can appoint a referee to prepare a report on dividing the property in a manner that does not damage the value of the fractional interests.
Partition Actions in Azusa
Partition actions are common in the City of Azusa.
Azusa, California was founded in 1887 by a group of settlers from the Azusa Land and Water Company. The city was named after the San Gabriel Valley’s Azusa Canyon, which was named by the Spanish settlers who first explored the area in the late 1700s. The city was incorporated in 1898 and has since grown to become a major suburb of Los Angeles. The city is home to Azusa Pacific University, a private Christian university, and Citrus College, a public community college. Azusa is also home to the Azusa Pacific Railroad, which operates a freight line between Los Angeles and San Bernardino. The city is known for its annual Azusa Street Fair, which is held every October and features carnival rides, food, and live entertainment.
Azusa includes the zip code of 91702.
Partition Actions Under California Law
Noble v. Beach
In the legal case of Noble v. Beach, 21 Cal.2d 91 (1942), the issue was whether a partition of real property could be made without the consent of all the owners. The plaintiff, Noble, owned a one-third interest in a parcel of real property with two other owners, Beach and another individual. Noble sought to partition the property, but Beach refused to consent to the partition. The court held that partition could not be made without the consent of all the owners, and that Beach had the right to refuse to consent to the partition. The court also held that the partition could not be made without the consent of all the owners, even if it would be beneficial to the other owners.
Contact our Team of Experienced Partition Lawyers Serving the City of Azusa, California
Contact Experienced Partition Attorney Scott Talkov
(626) 777-3300
Experienced California Partition Attorney Serving Azusa
When faced with a disagreement with your co-owner regarding the sale of your property in Azusa, our partition attorneys in Los Angeles County are here to safeguard your rights and expedite the resolution process through court intervention. With extensive expertise in resolving co-ownership disputes in Azusa, California, we can assist you in unlocking the value of your property. To schedule a complimentary 15-minute consultation with one of our dedicated partition attorneys at Partition Los Angeles, simply reach out to us via phone at (626) 777-3300 or complete an online contact form.
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