Judgments in Partitions

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What is Owelty in Partition Law?

In California, partition actions often arise when co-owners of a property—whether through inheritance, romantic partnerships, or other joint ownership—decide to divide their shared property. However, dividing a property equally can be challenging, especially when the property’s value is not uniform across its different parts. To address this, California law provides for a mechanism known as … Read More

Code of Civil Procedure § 874.140 (CCP) – Judgment for Unpaid Costs; Enforcement (Partition Action)

California Code of Civil Procedure 874.140 is the California partition statute that addresses how a judgment can be collected from a party in a partition action. The statute provides that: A judgment for unpaid costs of partition may be enforced by the person entitled to the costs in the manner provided for enforcement of money judgments … Read More

Code of Civil Procedure 874.225 – Claim in Property of Person Not a Party to Action; Effect of Judgment; Conditions (Partition Actions)

California Code of Civil Procedure 874.225 is the California partition statute that states that someone who is not a party to the partition action is not affected by the judgment so long as certain conditions are satisfied. The statute provides that: Except to the extent provided in Section 1908, the judgment does not affect a claim in … Read More

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Beware: CCP § 664.6 Settlement Must be Attached to Request for Dismissal Form for Court to Retain Jurisdiction

Mesa RHF Partners, L.P. v. City of L.A. (2019) 33 Cal.App.5th 913 Sets Forth Strict Requirements for Court to Retain Jurisdiction Under CCP § 664.6 Attorneys commonly believe that settlements calling for the court to retain jurisdiction automatically do so. However, strict compliance with Code of Civil Procedure § 664.6 is required for court to … Read More

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