Partition Actions in San Gabriel

San Gabriel is a city located in Los Angeles County, California. It is situated at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains and is part of the Greater Los Angeles Area. The city is known for its historic downtown area, which features a variety of restaurants, shops, and other attractions. San Gabriel is also home to several parks, including the San Gabriel Mission, which was founded in 1771 and is the fourth oldest mission in California. The city is also home to a number of educational institutions, including the University of La Verne and the University of Southern California.

According to Zillow, the median home value in San Gabriel, California is $717,400 as of 2021. As of the 2020 United States Census, the population of the San Gabriel area of California was 44,719.

Experienced Real Estate Partition Action Attorneys Serving San Gabriel

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:

How does a partition action work in California?
How long does a partition action take in California?” Most partition actions are complete in 3 to 6 months because most cases settle in either a buyout or agreed sale. However, some cases can drag on for 6 to 12 months.
Are there methods to resolve a partition situation without a court-ordered sale? The vast majority of partitions are solved without a court-ordered sale. Many times, the defendant will buy out the plaintiff’s interest. Other times, the parties will agree to a voluntary sale on the open market. However, the filing of the partition action is generally what forces the defendant to see the wisdom of settlement. Under California’s Partition of Real Property Act, a defendant can buy out the interest of the plaintiff at an appraised value, meaning that a court-ordered sale is only likely occur where the defendant simply can’t afford to buy the property but still won’t agree to sell.
What is the average cost of a partition action? The usual cost for a partition action is about $8,000 to $12,000, depending on the complexity. Some cases settle quickly after the defendant receives the partition complaint, while others can drag on longer if there are more complex issues or delay tactics by the defendant.
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 § 872.020.

Speak to Our San Gabriel Partition Attorneys Today

Call our Los Angeles County Partition Attorneys today to end your co-ownership dispute. You don’t pay until the house is sold!

Call us at (626) 777-3300 or contact us below to schedule a free, 15-minute consultation

Reed v. Allison – Partition Action Case Study

In the legal case of Reed v. Allison, 9 P.C.L.J. 446 (1882), the issue of partition was at the center of the dispute. The case involved a dispute between two siblings, Reed and Allison, over the partition of their father’s estate. The court found that the siblings had agreed to divide the estate equally, but that Reed had failed to comply with the agreement. The court held that Reed was liable for the costs of partition, and ordered him to pay the costs of the partition. The court also held that Reed was liable for any damages caused by his failure to comply with the agreement. The court also held that the partition should be done in accordance with the agreement, and that any disputes should be resolved by the court.

Contact our Team of Experienced Partition Lawyers Serving the City of San Gabriel in the County of Los Angeles, California.

Our partition litigation attorneys will work diligently to obtain a favorable outcome on your behalf, whether by negotiation or litigation. Call the experienced real estate partition attorneys at Talkov Law at (626) 777-3300 or contact us online for a free consultation about your co-ownership issues.