Sanger Co-Ownership Disputes
Our team of partition attorneys in Fresno can assist co-owners with frequently asked questions about partitions, such as:
- What is recoverable in a partition action? “In a suit for partition it is a general rule that all equities and conflicting claims existing between the parties and arising out of their relation to the property to be partitioned may be adjusted.” Demetris v. Demetris (1954) 125 Cal. App. 2d 440. This means that co-owners can assert offsets or recover payments of the mortgage, taxes, insurance, repairs and improvements in excess of their fractional interests.
- 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.
- Will there be a trial in a California partition action? Trials are extremely rare in partition actions because the interlocutory judgment procedure allows for a partition referee to be appointed by meeting just a few elements that rarely involve live testimony from witnesses. Even if a trial occurred, it would almost certainly relate only to the ownership interests or the distribution of proceeds, though most cases are decided on motion heard by the court based on the papers submitted by the parties.
- What are my partition rights for inherited property? Co-owners of inherited property generally have the absolute right to force the sale of the property through a partition action.
- How long will it take for the plaintiff to receive his or her share of the sales proceeds? Usually, the property is marketed for sale or purchased by the defendant in 3 to 6 months. If a referee is appointed, that may take 6 to 9 months. With proper drafting of an interlocutory judgment of partition by sale, the referee can be required to disburse the proceeds promptly at the close of escrow or shortly thereafter.

Our Sanger Partition Attorneys Know Fresno County
Sanger is a small city located in Fresno County, California. It is situated in the San Joaquin Valley, about 15 miles east of Fresno. The city is known for its agricultural production, particularly of citrus fruits. The city is also home to a number of parks and recreational areas, including the Sanger Riverwalk, which offers a scenic view of the San Joaquin River. The city is also home to a number of historic sites, including the Sanger Depot Museum, which houses artifacts from the city’s past.
The Los Angeles community of Sanger was founded in 1887 by William Sanger, a German immigrant who had come to the United States in 1883. He purchased a large tract of land in the San Fernando Valley and began to develop it into a farming community. The area was originally known as Sanger’s Ranch, but the name was changed to Sanger in 1895. The community grew slowly but steadily, and by the early 1900s, it had become a thriving agricultural center. The area was known for its citrus groves, and the Sanger Fruit Company was established in 1906. The company was one of the largest citrus producers in the region, and it was responsible for introducing new varieties of oranges and lemons to the area. In the 1920s, Sanger began to experience a population boom as people moved to the area to take advantage of the booming agricultural industry. The population continued to grow throughout the 20th century, and today, Sanger is a vibrant and diverse community with a population of over 10,000 people.
U.S. v. State of Wash. – Partition Action Case Study
In the legal case of U.S. v. State of Wash., 520 F.2d 676 (1975), the issue of partition arose when the United States sought to partition a portion of the state of Washington in order to create a new Indian reservation. The state of Washington argued that the partition was unconstitutional because it would interfere with the state’s sovereignty and would be a taking of state land without just compensation. The court ultimately held that the partition was constitutional, but that the state was entitled to just compensation for the land taken. The court also held that the partition did not interfere with the state’s sovereignty, as the state retained the right to regulate the use of the land within the reservation.
Contact an Experienced Partition Attorney in Sanger, 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 Sanger have years of experience ending co-ownership disputes in California and can help you unlock the equity in your Fresno County property. For a free, 15-minute consultation with a knowledgeable partition attorney at Partition Lawyer California, call (559) 777-5500 or fill out a contact form online.
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