High Point, NC asked in Estate Planning and Real Estate Law for North Carolina

Q: How long does it take for partition action after being filed?

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M. Bryan King
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  • Estate Planning Lawyer
  • Goldsboro, NC
  • Licensed in North Carolina

A: Hello and thanks for your question. The duration of a partition action in North Carolina can vary based on several procedural steps and statutory requirements. Initially, if the court determines that the petitioner is entitled to relief, it will appoint three disinterested commissioners who must proceed within 20 days after their appointment to partition the property. Additionally, the time for filing an answer or other pleading in partition proceedings is within 30 days after the date of service of summons. The court may also extend the time for filing by up to 30 additional days for partitions. Therefore, the timeline for a partition action can extend over several months, depending on the specific circumstances and any delays that may occur during the process.

I hope this helps and I wish you the best of luck with your legal affairs.

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M. Bryan King
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  • Estate Planning Lawyer
  • Goldsboro, NC
  • Licensed in North Carolina

A: Hello and thank you for your question. The timeline for a partition action can extend over several months, depending on the specific circumstances and any delays that may occur during the process.

I hope this answer was helpful and wish you the best of luck in your legal affairs.

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Shane T. Johnson
Shane T. Johnson
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  • Estate Planning Lawyer
  • Wilmington, NC
  • Licensed in North Carolina

A: The time for partition to conclude, once commenced, can vary from a few months, to much longer, depending on the parties involved.

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