Owning real estate with others can lead to disagreements—especially when co-owners can’t agree on what to do with the property. If you’re in this situation, you may need a partition action.
What Is a Partition Action in Minnesota?
A partition action is a legal process that allows co-owners to separate their interests in a property.
Common situations include:
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Family members disagreeing on what to do with an inherited property
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Former couples handling co-owned property after a divorce or breakup
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Business partners who no longer agree on managing or selling property
How Does Partition Work?
In Minnesota, there are two main outcomes:
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Partition in Kind: The property is physically divided among the owners. This is more common with large parcels of land, such as farmland.
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Partition by Sale: The property is sold, and the proceeds are split according to ownership shares.
Most residential properties end in partition by sale because dividing a single home is impractical.
Why Work with an Attorney?
Partition actions can get complicated—ownership disputes, property valuation, and court procedures require legal expertise.
Our attorneys at Markve, Zweifel & Heinrich can:
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Protect your ownership rights
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Negotiate buyouts before going to court
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Guide you through the legal process
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