Hidden Hills Partition Lawyer

Partition Actions in Hidden Hills

Hidden Hills is a small, affluent city located in Los Angeles County, California. It is located in the foothills of the Santa Monica Mountains, and is surrounded by the cities of Calabasas and Woodland Hills. The city is known for its large, luxurious homes and its strict security measures, which include a 24-hour guard at the city’s two entrances. The city is home to many celebrities, including Kim Kardashian and Kanye West. The city is also home to a variety of parks, trails, and open spaces, making it a great place for outdoor activities.

According to Zillow, the median home value in Hidden Hills, Los Angeles County, California is $2,845,000. As of the 2010 census, the population of Hidden Hills, California was 1,856.

Experienced Real Estate Partition Action Attorneys Serving Hidden Hills

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:

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• What type of relief can be granted by the court in a partition action? A partition action generally involves the sale or division of the property, along with an accounting of offsets.
• 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.