A partition action enables you to force the sale of property when coowners are refusing to sell. Partition Action in California FAQs.Most Contra Costa County partition actions are typically resolved in approximately 7 months, as most cases conclude with either a buyout or an agreed sale. For a free, 15-minute consultation with knowledgeable partition attorney at Partition Lawyer California, call or fill out a contact form online. We have provided free online forms for partition actions that should only be used in conjunction with a partition attorney in California. The following is a list of some documents that may be recorded if they meet all requirements, and a description or definition of each document.