Partition Actions in San Carlos
San Carlos is a city in San Mateo County, California, located between San Francisco and San Jose. It is a small city of about 28,000 people, and is known for its quiet, suburban atmosphere. The city is home to many tech companies, including Oracle, Electronic Arts, and Symantec. San Carlos is also home to a variety of parks, trails, and open spaces, making it a great place for outdoor activities. The city is also known for its vibrant downtown area, which features a variety of restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues.
According to Zillow, the median home value in San Carlos, California is $1,717,400 as of 2021. The population of the San Carlos area of California is 28,406.
Experienced Real Estate Partition Action Attorneys Serving San Carlos
Talkov Law’s attorneys serving San Mateo 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 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.
- Will the plaintiff win a California partition action? The plaintiff almost always prevails in a partition. This is because the right to partition is absolute under California law. Most partition actions result in the Defendant agreeing to sell the property or buyout the plaintiff’s interest in the property, which is generally the plaintiff’s goal.
- What types of properties can be subject to a partition action in California? All co-owned real or personal property can be partitioned under California law. Cal. Civ. Proc. Code § 872.020.
- Who can file a partition action in California? Generally, any co-owner of real property can file a partition action.
- What is a partition action and when is it necessary?
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Sousa v. Sinsheimer – Partition Action Case Study
In the legal case of Sousa v. Sinsheimer, 62 Cal.App.2d 107 (1943), 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 property. The plaintiff, Sousa, sought to partition the property, while the defendant, Sinsheimer, argued that partition was not possible because the property was held in joint tenancy. The court ultimately held that partition was not possible because the property was held in joint tenancy, and that the only way to divide the property was through a sale. The court also held that the plaintiff was not entitled to any compensation for his share of the property, as the defendant had already paid for the entire property. This case serves as an example of the difficulties that can arise when two co-owners of a piece of real property are unable to agree on how to divide the property.
Contact our Team of Experienced Partition Lawyers Serving the City of San Carlos, County of San Mateo, California
Our San Carlos partition litigation attorneys will work diligently to obtain a favorable outcome on your behalf, whether by negotiation or litigation. Talkov law unlocks access to justice for co-owners by funding your case. For qualified cases, you pay no fees until we successfully partition your property by obtaining a sale on the market or to your co-owner! For a free consultation with California’s first and largest team of partition attorneys at Talkov Law, call (650) 999-3300 or contact us online today.
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