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Robert J. Spitz

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Real Estate Partition Actions Attorney Robert J. Spitz works to resolve real estate disputes in Irvine as well as across Southern California using partition actions. In a partition case, the courts may force the sale of a property and order equitable division of the proceeds among its co-owners. This legal solution could become necessary when a disagreement between co-owners regarding their commercial or residential property is otherwise unsolvable. With over three decades of experience as a real estate attorney and business lawyer, Attorney Robert Spitz actively upholds the interests of the investors, property owners, and developers he represents in partition actions. He has a deep understanding of the real estate laws in California, including the recent expansion of the law regarding filing partition actions. Irvine is a desirable and well-planned city in Orange County known for its parks, low-crime, and friendly community. Residents will often share a property with others in this growing area. This can in turn give rise to complicated inheritance issues or disputes related to divorce or dissolved investment relationships. With many years of experience in such issues, Mr. Spitz’ real estate law firm successfully addresses the conflicts and challenges involved in property ownership, division, and value appraisal matters. He represents clients needing to partition jointly owned homes, inherited family residences, or rental condos. Contact Partition Actions Lawyer Robert J. Spitz to arrange a consultation. Call (949) 516-9220 to discuss your available options.

Real estate partition actions are lawsuits filed to force the division of a property that is owned by at least two people. A property may come under joint ownership due to certain situations such as inheritance, breakup of a marriage or partnership, co-investing in a property, and other circumstances. Partition actions can be used to either transform a jointly owned property into separate interests by selling and dividing the proceeds appropriately or to divide the property itself into separate parcels. When to File a Partition Lawsuit There are two main reasons to file a partition action: 1. The client does not wish to jointly use or jointly own the entire property any longer and instead wants to physically divide the property and retain ownership of their portion only. 2. The client would like to force the sale of the property and distribute the proceeds among the owners because it is impractical to divide the physical parcel or doing so would decrease its value. Irvine Partition Action Attorney | Proven Co-Owner Solutions The Law Office of Robert J. Spitz brings a deep knowledge of real estate laws and court procedures relating to real estate partition actions in Irvine and throughout Orange County, California. Irvine Attorney Spitz provides counsel on a range of partition-related matters: • Initial review of the case and strategic planning • Preparing and filing the partition complaint • Handling every aspect of the lawsuit and its process • Courtroom hearings, the trial, and any negotiations and settlements • Implementing physical division or facilitating the sale of the parcel • Individual title transfers for newly created parcels It is true that a partition action will often come about due to a difficult situation such as a hostile break up or an inheritance dispute. Our goal is to help resolve such situations in an amicable manner that produces a better outcome, one that is more efficient and beneficial, even with the strain that can often surround the dividing of jointly owned property.

The process for a real estate partition action will usually involve: 1. The Plaintiff Files the Partition Complaint: The person filing the suit (the plaintiff) serves the other co-owner/s with the complaint that states their wish to sell or divide the property and how the ownership shares would be assigned. 2. Conference Regarding Case Management: A hearing takes place to set timelines and deadlines for the defendant to give their response, the discovery process, case status reviews, and more. 3. Appraisal of the Property: If the case is partition by sale, an appraisal will be obtained to evaluate the market value for the parcel as a whole. If the case is for partition by physical division, the appraisal will be for each segment. 4. Partition Trial: If the lawsuit is contested, a trial hearing will be held for the plaintiff’s evidence for partition and reviewing recommendations from a property survey regarding the feasibility of physical division or public sale. There will be a referee appointed who will oversee implementation. An Effective Resolution in Real Estate Partition Attorney Spitz has the years of experience needed to provide efficient solutions for clients in need of a real estate partition in California. If co-owners are in disagreement with one another regarding their jointly held property, he can address the matter in a streamlined, strategic manner. Tailored Legal Strategies Each real estate partition case is unique due to its circumstances and the parties involved. Mr. Spitz crafts the proper approach, tailoring the case to fit the dynamics of the co-ownership dispute and the goals of the client. This approach results in outcomes that fit the client’s needs. Navigating the Partition Process It is crucial to be armed with a good understanding of the complexities that may be involved in your partition process if you are to make sensible decisions. Irvine Partition Action Lawyer Robert Spitz helps his clients at each stage of the case, explaining the legal procedures involved. Whether the partition is to be attained through physical division or through sale of the property, Mr. Spitz helps clients understand what options are available and the effects of each. Safeguarding Property Interests Protecting the property interests belonging to each co-owner is a priority. Mr. Spitz uses his vast experience to ensure the protection of client rights in the partition process. He focuses on equity and fairness so that each party is given due consideration as a solution is pursued. Transparent Communication Successful legal representation requires effective communication. Lawyer Spitz makes this a priority, maintaining transparent communication with clients at each stage of their partition case. Such open dialogue works to create trust and empower clients to make decisions based on knowledge throughout the process. Strategic Representation for a Range of Circumstances The recent change in real estate partition actions allowing a broader application for more diverse circumstances under the Partition of Real Property Act (2022) brings the need for a versatile partition attorney. Attorney Robert J. Spitz’ real estate law firm offers representation for many situations. He provides strategic counsel adapted to your co-ownership disputes and unique challenges.

Skilled Guidance for Co-Ownership Resolutions

Irvine Real Estate Partitions Lawyer Robert Spitz

Irvine Real Estate Partition Attorney Robert J. Spitz is your dedicated partner in achieving a swift and equitable resolution to real estate partition disputes. Contact us today to initiate a consultation and take the first step toward resolving your co-ownership challenges. Call (949) 516-9220 to schedule an appointment and secure skilled guidance for your real estate partition matter. We can also be reached online with our Contact Us form.

Phone: (945) 516-9220

Email: tplaw@aol.com

THE LAW OFFICE OF

(949) 516-9220

Irvine Real Estate Partition

Actions Attorney Robert J. Spitz

Partition Actions Attorney Robert J. Spitz helps clients resolve real estate disputes through partition actions in Irvine and throughout California. In this type of lawsuit, the court forces the sale of property and orders an equitable division among co-owners. This may happen when there is disagreement among co- owners about the handling of commercial or residential property. As an experienced real estate lawyer and business attorney, Mr. Spitz protects the interests of developers, investors, and property owners in partition actions. He understands the complexities of California’s real estate laws and the recently broadened state law pertaining to filing partition actions. Irvine 's unique coastal community along the southern Orange County shoreline includes highly valued ocean view real estate. Much of the property ownership along the bluffs and beaches has been passed down for generations, often jointly within families. Vacation homes and rental income properties are also commonly co-owned by partnerships and investors. The scenic seaside landscape unfortunately can also lead to complicated inheritance disputes and dissolutions of marriage or investment relationships. Our real estate law firm has extensive experience dealing with the unique property ownership, value appraisal challenges, and division conflicts prevalent in Irvine's coastal property market. We can help clients who need to partition jointly-owned beach houses, rental condos, inherited family homes with views, or dissolve a vacation property business partnership. Call Partition Actions Attorney Robert J. Spitz at (949) 516-9220 to arrange an initial consultation to review your options.

What is a Partition Action?

A real estate partition action is a lawsuit filed to forcibly divide up property owned by two or more people. Joint ownership can happen through various situations including inheritance, marriage or partnership breakups, co-investment in property, and more. The purpose of a partition action is to transform jointly-owned property into separately owned interests in the same land or physical divisions of the property into completely autonomous parcels. Reasons to File a Partition Lawsuit There are two main reasons to file a partition action: 1. You want to physically divide up the property and take ownership of your portion because you no longer want to jointly own or use the entire premises. 2. You want to force the sale of the entire property and divide up proceeds because physical division is impractical or value- decreasing. Irvine Partition Action Lawyer | Experienced Co-Owner Resolutions At The Law Offices of Robert J. Spitz, we have extensive knowledge of the state laws and court procedures surrounding real estate partition actions in Irvine and all of Orange County, California. Clients receive dedicated legal counsel covering: ● Initial case review and strategic planning ● Preparation and filing of the partition complaint ● Handling all aspects of the lawsuit process ● Court hearings, trial, negotiations and settlements ● Physical land division implementation or sale facilitation ● Individual title transfer for the newly independent parcels We recognize partition suits can arise from hostile breakups and inheritance disputes. We aim to resolve matters as amicably, efficiently, and advantageously for our clients as possible given the sensitive situation around jointly owned property division.

The process for a real estate partition action will usually involve: 1. Plaintiff Files Partition Complaint: The plaintiff (individual filing the suit) serves a complaint to the other co-owners stating the desire to divide or sell the property and outlining the shares of ownership. 2. Case Management Conference: This hearing sets deadlines and timelines for the defendant's response, discovery process, case status review, etc. 3. Property Appraisal: If partition-by-sale, an appraisal evaluates the whole parcel's market value for listing. For physical division, the land gets appraised by segment. 4. Partition Trial: Contested lawsuits will require a trial hearing of the plaintiff's evidence for partition, as well as reviewing property survey recommendations for physical subdivision feasibility if applicable. 5. Judgement and Order for Partition: If the judge rules favorably, they will issue a judgment ordering partition by physical division or a public sale. A referee gets appointed to oversee the implementation. Efficient Resolutions through Real Estate Partition As an experienced Partition Action Attorney, Mr. Spitz seeks efficient resolutions through the real estate partition process in California. When co-owners face disputes over jointly held properties, he ensures a strategic and streamlined approach to address conflicts effectively. Tailored Legal Strategies In the intricate landscape of real estate partition, a one-size-fits-all approach falls short. Attorney Spitz takes pride in crafting tailored legal strategies for each case, considering the unique dynamics and goals of the co-ownership dispute. This personalized approach ensures that clients receive the most effective guidance aligned with their specific circumstances. Navigating the Partition Process Understanding the complexities of the partition process is crucial for informed decision-making. Irvine Partition Action Attorney Robert Spitz guides clients through each step, demystifying the legal procedures involved. Whether co-owners seek a physical division or the sale of the property, his skilled guidance ensures a comprehensive understanding of the options available and their implications. Protection of Property Interests Safeguarding the property interests of each co-owner is a paramount concern. Attorney Spitz employs extensive experience to protect clients' rights throughout the partition process. His focus on fairness and equity ensures that each co-owner's interests are given due consideration in the pursuit of a resolution. Transparent Communication Effective communication is the cornerstone of successful legal representation. Attorney Spitz prioritizes transparent communication, keeping clients informed at every stage of the partition process. This open dialogue fosters trust and ensures that clients are empowered to make informed decisions throughout the resolution journey. Strategic Counsel for Diverse Circumstances Real estate partition actions, now applicable in a broad range of circumstances under the Partition of Real Property Act (2022), require versatile legal counsel. Our real estate law firm’s practice extends to a wide range of scenarios, providing strategic counsel that adapts to the unique challenges presented by different co-ownership disputes.

Skilled Guidance for Co-Ownership Resolutions Irvine Real Estate Partition Attorney Robert J. Spitz is your dedicated partner in achieving a swift and equitable resolution to real estate partition disputes. Contact us today to initiate a consultation and take the first step toward resolving your co-ownership challenges. Call (949) 516-9220 to schedule an appointment and secure skilled guidance for your real estate partition matter. We can also be reached online with our Contact Us form.