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How to File a Partition Action in Oregon to Split Inherited Property When a Co‑Owner Won’t Cooperate

Disclaimer: This is general information, not legal advice. I am not an attorney. For guidance that fits your facts, consult a licensed Oregon lawyer. Detailed answer — How to pursue a partition action in Oregon to split inherited property when a co‑owner won’t cooperate If you inherited real property with one or more co‑owners and […]

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How to File a Partition Action in Oregon: Force Sale or Buyout of a Parents House

FAQ: Partition Actions and Buyouts for Family Property in Oregon Short answer: In Oregon, a co-owner of real property can ask a circuit court to partition the property. The court can divide the land physically (partition in kind), order a sale and divide the proceeds, or award the property to one owner with a monetary […]

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Oregon — Forcing Sale of Real Property When Heirs Refuse Mediation or Won’t Sign

What happens if some heirs refuse mediation or won’t sign off — can I still force a sale of the property? Detailed answer — short version Yes. In Oregon, co‑owners or heirs who cannot agree about property can ask a court to partition the property. A partition action can result in either a physical division […]

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Oregon: How to Start a Partition Lawsuit to Split Inherited Land

Can I force a split of inherited land when relatives won’t agree? Short answer: Yes. In Oregon, a co-owner (often a tenant in common) may file a partition action in county court to divide or sell jointly owned real property when co-owners cannot agree. The court will try to divide the land physically if practicable […]

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Oregon: Documents and Information to Start a Partition Case

How to Prepare Documents and Information for a Partition Action in Oregon This page explains what you should gather before you and your lawyer start a partition case involving real property in Oregon. It is written to help people with no legal background understand the typical documents and facts an attorney will need to begin […]

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Dividing or Forcing Sale of Co-Owned Farmland in Oregon

Detailed Answer Short overview: When co-owners cannot agree about farmland, Oregon law allows a co-owner to ask the circuit court to divide the land (partition in kind) or force its sale (partition by sale). The court will try to divide property physically if fair division is practical; if not, it will order a sale and […]

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How can I get my share of the net proceeds after the partition sale of a co-owned house in Oregon (OR)?

Detailed Answer — Getting Your Share of Net Proceeds After a Partition Sale in Oregon This is an overview of how distribution of money from a court-ordered partition sale typically works in Oregon and practical steps you can take to get your share. This is educational information only and does not create an attorney-client relationship. […]

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What are my options for avoiding a costly court-ordered partition while still getting paid my full share? (OR)

Disclaimer: This is general information, not legal advice. I am not a lawyer. For advice about your specific situation, consult a licensed Oregon attorney. Detailed Answer — How to avoid a court-ordered partition in Oregon while still receiving your full share When two or more people own real property together (tenants in common or joint […]

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How will the sale proceeds be divided among co-owners after the property is sold in a partition? (OR)

FAQ: How will the sale proceeds be divided among co-owners after the property is sold in a partition under Oregon law? Short answer When a court orders a partition sale in Oregon, the court (or the court’s appointed representative) pays valid liens, mortgages, sale costs, and court-ordered charges first. The remaining net proceeds are then […]

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How can I file a partition-for-sale suit in Oregon when a minority of the siblings won’t agree to sell our inherited land?

Disclaimer: I am not a lawyer and this is not legal advice. This article explains how partition actions generally work under Oregon law so you can understand options and speak with a qualified attorney. Detailed Answer — How to force a sale of inherited land in Oregon when some co-owners refuse If you and your […]

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