
Partition Actions in Oakland
Oakland is a major West Coast port city located in the San Francisco Bay Area of California. It is the largest city in the East Bay region and the third largest city in the state. Oakland is known for its diverse population, vibrant culture, and beautiful natural surroundings. The city is home to a variety of attractions, including the Oakland Zoo, the Oakland Museum of California, and the Chabot Space and Science Center. Oakland is also home to several professional sports teams, including the Oakland Athletics, the Oakland Raiders, and the Golden State Warriors. The city is also a major hub for the tech industry, with many tech companies having offices in the area. Oakland is a great place to live, work, and play, and is a great destination for visitors looking to explore the Bay Area.
According to Zillow, the median home value in Oakland, California is $719,400 as of 2021. As of 2020, the population of Oakland, California is estimated to be 433,031.
Experienced Real Estate Partition Action Attorneys Serving Oakland
Talkov Law’s attorneys serving Alameda County are exceptionally experienced in the area of California partition actions. A California partition action is a law that allows co-owners of real property to divide the property among themselves. The partition statutes provide a legal mechanism for co-owners to divide the property without having to go through the court system. The partition statutes allow co-owners to divide the property either by agreement or by court order. If the co-owners cannot agree on how to divide the property, then the court will divide the property in a way that is fair and equitable to all parties. The partition statutes also provide that any partition of the property must be in accordance with the laws of the state of California. The legal effect is that these statutes provide a legal mechanism for co-owners to divide their property without having to go through the court system.
Our team of partition attorneys can assist co-owners with frequently asked questions about partitions, such as:
- Can a partition action be stopped? Generally, a partition action cannot be stopped, but a defendant may be able to buy time to seek a resolution. Eventually, however, the plaintiff can generally force the sale of the property based on the absolute right to partition.
- Who can file a partition action in California? Generally, any co-owner of real property can file a partition action.
- What is the timeline for a California partition action? Most partition actions are resolved in 3 to 6 months by way of settlement. Other cases can take 6 to 12 months to obtain an interlocutory judgment of partition, which generally appoints a referee to sell the property.
- What are the different types of partition in California? Almost all partition actions are partition by sale, though partition in-kind allows the property to be divided, while a partition by appraisal allows the purchase by one-co-owner at an appraised value.
- 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.
Speak to Our Oakland Partition Attorneys Today
Call our Alameda County Partition Attorneys today to end your co-ownership dispute. You don’t pay until the house is sold!
Call us at (510) 999-3300 or contact us below to schedule a free, 15-minute consultation
Bloom v. Gordan – Partition Action Case Study
In the legal case of Bloom v. Gordan, 150 Cal. 762 (1907), the issue of partition was at the center of the dispute. The case involved a dispute between two co-owners of a piece of real estate. The plaintiff, Bloom, sought to partition the property, while the defendant, Gordan, argued that the property should not be partitioned. The court ultimately ruled in favor of Bloom, finding that the property should be partitioned. The court held that the co-owners had a right to partition the property, and that the partition should be made in accordance with the terms of the deed. The court also held that the partition should be made in a manner that would be fair and equitable to both parties.

Contact our Team of Experienced Partition Lawyers Serving the City of Oakland in the County of Alameda, 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 (510) 999-3300 or contact us online for a free consultation about your co-ownership issues.
Our partition attorneys in Oakland also serve Berkeley, Emeryville, Alameda, Piedmont, and San Leandro.