A partition action usually takes between six to nine months depending on the circumstances and the complexity of each case. The most significant factor is whether the partition is being handled by an attorney who practices only in partition law.
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.
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.
The answer to your question is yes. If a party jointly owns a debt with a debtor, then the creditor can still put a lien on any property owned by the debtor, regardless of who else has ownership in it.
MYTH: An heir cannot sell his or her interest in heirs property without the consent of the other heirs. FACT: An heir can sell his or her interest in heirs property to any non-family or family member and does not need the consent of any other heir.