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The individual wishing to sell the land must have what is called as a “possessory right” to it. For example, if a co-owned commercial property is leased to a tenant, one co-owner cannot force the sale of the land since the property is occupied by a tenant with a lease.
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- What Is A Partition Action?
- Commonly Asked Questions About Partition Actions
- How Do I Seek A Partition Action?
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Partition action is the legal process by which a court is called upon to divide (or part) the equitable interest in real property amongst co-owners who can’t unanimously decide on what to do with the asset. In other words, a partition action is the court-ordered act of breaking the stalemate between co-owners who want to sell their equity in a home...
Not unlike most legal matters, a partition action may sound complicated to those on the outside looking in. However, the process doesn’t need to be as difficult as many make it out to be. In fact, all you need to do is ask the right questions if you want to become more familiar with the process. Here are a few questions you’ll want the answer to be...
Not unlike most legal proceedings, the process begins when one of the owners files a partition complaint. Once the complaint is filed with a court, subsequent owners will receive news of the impending partition action. The mere threat of a partition action may lead co-owners to settle outside of court. However, if an agreement can’t be reached in m...
On the surface, partition action is a legal process used to help settle discrepancies between co-owners of real property. Beneath the surface, however, partition action is a right granted to anyone who would rather sell their equity in a home than keep it. As a result, the right of partition can be instrumental in everything from an end of life pla...
In short, to force the sale of jointly owned property, you must first confirm title, then attempt a voluntary sale or buyout, file and serve a partition lawsuit, get an appraisal, sell the property, and finally divide the sale proceeds fairly.
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A partition action is a legal process used to divide and distribute jointly owned real estate among the co-owners. In this article, we will explore the concept of partition actions, discuss the different types of partition, delve into the legal process involved, and examine the potential implications for all parties involved.
R.S.O. 1990, c. P.4, s. 2. The Ontario Courts have stated that an individual has a prima facie right to partition and sell their property. In other words, anyone that has an interest in land can force a sale of a home.
Rule 66 sets out items the court must consider when dealing with proceedings under sections. 2 and 3 of the Partition Act (the forced sale or division of a property). First, if the proceedings are commenced on behalf of a minor, Rule 66 directs that the Office of the Children’s Lawyer be notified.
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Aug 28, 2017 · Under the Partition Act, the court does not have jurisdiction to transfer or change title. The Partition Act merely gives a co-owner the right to force a partition or sale. Co-owners that wish to partition or sell their land should speak to a real estate lawyer.
