Experienced Partition Action Lawyers in Vernon
California partition actions allows for the partition of real property owned by two or more persons. This statute provides a legal mechanism for the division of real property when the owners cannot agree on how to divide the property. The partition statutes allow for the court to order the sale of the property and the division of the proceeds among the owners. The partition statutes also allows for the court to order the physical division of the property if it is feasible. The partition statutes also provide for the court to order the partition of the property by allotment, which is when the court assigns each owner a specific portion of the property. The valuable real estate in Vernon 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.
- What are the grounds for a partition action in California? A co-owner is “entitled to partition as a matter of absolute right,” meaning “he need not assign any reason for his demand; that it is sufficient if he demands a severance; and that when grounds for a sale are duly established it may be demanded as of right. To grant it is not a mere matter of grace.” De Roulet v. Mitchel (1945) 70 Cal.App.2d 120, 123-124.
- Can you lose interest in a jointly owned home by moving out? Generally, co-owners maintain their ownership interests regardless of whether they live at the property. However, in rare cases, leaving the property for many years without paying taxes or other expenses may allow the co-owners in possession to argue that they have adversely possessed the property. Generally, these co-ownership disputes do not get easier with time, so it is important to act promptly.
- Can a minority owner force the sale of a property? There is no requirement for a majority vote for partition. Rather, an co-owner of any interest in property can force the sale.
- What types of properties can be subject to a partition action in California? All co-owned real or personal property can be partitioned under California law. Cal. Civ. Proc. Code § 872.020.
- What are the costs associated with a partition action? The costs of a partition action generally involve the attorney’s fees, and court costs, but can involve referee fees and broker’s fees if the property is sold.
Partition Actions in Vernon
Partition actions are common in the City of Vernon.
The city of Vernon was founded in 1905 by John B. Leonis, a French-Basque immigrant who had made his fortune in the sheep industry. Leonis envisioned a self-sufficient industrial city that would provide jobs and housing for the working class. He purchased 4,000 acres of land and began to develop the city, which he named after his hometown of Vernon, France. The city was incorporated in 1905 and quickly became a hub for manufacturing and industry. By the 1920s, Vernon was home to more than 100 factories and warehouses, including the largest meatpacking plant in the world. The city also had its own police and fire departments, a hospital, and a library. In the 1950s, Vernon began to decline as the manufacturing industry moved away from the city. In the 1970s, the city was declared a “non-functioning” municipality by the state of California, and it was taken over by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors. Today, Vernon is home to more than 1,800 businesses, including food processing, metal fabrication, and apparel manufacturing. The city is also home to a vibrant arts and culture scene, with several galleries, museums, and performance venues.
Vernon includes the zip code of 90058.
Partition Actions Under California Law
Kenco Investments, Inc. v. Marsh
In the legal case of Kenco Investments, Inc. v. Marsh, 2020 WL 3444435, F077602 (24-Jun-2020), the issue of partition was at the center of the dispute. The dispute arose when Kenco Investments, Inc. (Kenco) and Marsh, the owners of a jointly owned property, could not agree on how to divide the property. Kenco sought a court order to partition the property, while Marsh argued that the property should remain undivided. The court ultimately found that the property should be partitioned, and ordered that the property be divided into two separate parcels. The court also ordered that Marsh pay Kenco for the value of the portion of the property that was allocated to Kenco.
Contact our Team of Experienced Partition Lawyers Serving the City of Vernon, California
Contact Experienced Partition Attorney Scott Talkov
(562) 600-3300
Experienced California Partition Attorney Serving Vernon
When faced with a disagreement with your co-owner regarding the sale of your property in Vernon, 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 Vernon, 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 (562) 600-3300 or complete an online contact form.
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