Carson Partition Lawyer

Partition Actions in Carson

Carson is a city located in Los Angeles County, California. It is located 13 miles south of downtown Los Angeles and is bordered by the cities of Compton, Long Beach, Torrance, and Wilmington. The city is known for its diverse population and vibrant culture. The city is home to the Home Depot Center, a major sports and entertainment complex, and the California State University Dominguez Hills. Carson is also home to a number of parks, including the Carson Regional Park, which features a lake, picnic areas, and a variety of recreational activities. The city is also home to a number of shopping centers, restaurants, and other attractions.

According to Zillow, the median home value in Carson, California is $619,400 as of 2021. As of the 2020 United States Census, the population of the city of Carson, California is 93,281.

Experienced Real Estate Partition Action Attorneys Serving Carson

Talkov Law’s attorneys serving Los Angeles County are exceptionally experienced in the area of California partition actions. California partition actions provide a legal mechanism for co-owners of real property to divide the property among themselves. The partition statutes allow a co-owner to file a lawsuit in court to have the property divided, either physically or by sale. The court will then order the division of the property in a way that is fair and equitable to all parties. The partition statutes also provide that any proceeds from the sale of the property must be divided among the co-owners in proportion to their respective interests in the property.

Our team of partition attorneys can assist co-owners with frequently asked questions about partitions, such as:

• 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 does a partition action work in California?
• What happens to any debts or liens on the property during a partition action? Secured debts are paid from the sale of the property. Secured lenders named in a partition action are generally dismissed with an agreement to pay the mortgage at the time of the sale.
• How long will it take to get the property partitioned and sold? Most commonly, 3 to 6 months is all that it takes for the defendant to agree to a sale or buyout the plaintiff’s interest in the property for a fair value. Some cases may take 6 to 12 months.
• Can I recover my attorney’s fees in a partition action? Yes, you can recover your legal fees in a partition action through a motion for attorney’s fees. However, most partitions settle, and most settlements involve a walk-away of attorney’s fees, meaning it important to hire a partition attorney who will handle the matter efficiently since each party is likely to pay their own fees.