Jointly Owned Property Issues in Auburn
Our team of partition attorneys in Placer can assist co-owners with frequently asked questions about partitions, such as:
- What are the potential outcomes of a partition action? The most likely outcome in a partition action is that the plaintiff receives fair value for their interest in the property either through a sale to a third party or to the defendant. In rare cases, a property can be divided, through this is not applicable to single family residences with no surplus land.
- What is California’s Partition of Real Property Act? Effective January 1, 2023, California’s new partition law allows defendants to buy out the interests of the plaintiff at an appraised value.
- How will the property be divided if a partition action is successful? In most partition actions, the property will be sold, rather than being divided. If the property is eligible for partition in-kind, the court can appoint a referee to prepare a report on dividing the property in a manner that does not damage the value of the fractional interests.
- 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.
- 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.

Our Auburn Partition Attorneys Know Placer County
Auburn is a city in Placer County, California, located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains. It is known for its historic downtown, outdoor recreation, and Gold Rush history. Auburn is home to a variety of attractions, including the Auburn State Recreation Area, the Auburn State Theatre, and the Placer County Fairgrounds. The city is also home to several wineries, breweries, and restaurants. Auburn is a popular destination for outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, camping, and fishing. The city is also home to several annual events, such as the Auburn Gold Rush Days and the Auburn International Film Festival.
The area now known as Auburn was originally inhabited by the Tongva people, who were later displaced by Spanish settlers in the late 1700s. The area was part of the Rancho San Antonio land grant, and was eventually subdivided into smaller parcels in the late 1800s. The area was known as “Auburn” by the early 1900s, and was home to a variety of small businesses, including a post office, a general store, and a blacksmith shop. In the 1920s, the area began to experience rapid growth, and by the 1940s, it had become a thriving residential community. Today, Auburn is a vibrant and diverse community, with a variety of businesses, restaurants, and cultural attractions.
Goss v. Corcoran – Partition Action Case Study
In the legal case of Goss v. Corcoran, 2020 WL 879397, B281718 (24-Feb-2020) , the partition issues revolved around the division of a parcel of real property located in Los Angeles County, California. The property was owned by the Goss family, who had been living on the property for over 50 years. The Goss family had been in a dispute with the Corcoran family, who had purchased a portion of the property from the Goss family in the past. The dispute centered around the Goss family’s claim that the Corcoran family had not properly divided the property, and that the Corcoran family had encroached on the Goss family’s portion of the property. The court ultimately ruled in favor of the Goss family, ordering the Corcoran family to pay the Goss family for the encroachment and to properly divide the property.
Contact an Experienced Partition Attorney in Auburn, California
If you want to end your co-ownership relationship, but your co-owner refuses, a partition action is your only option. Our experienced partition lawyers serving Auburn have years of experience ending co-ownership disputes in California and can help you unlock the equity in your Placer County property. For a free, 15-minute consultation with a knowledgeable partition attorney at Partition Lawyer California, call (530) 999-5588 or fill out a contact form online.
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