Alaska: Dismissed "With Prejudice" in a Partition Case — Meaning & Next Steps
Dismissal with Prejudice in Alaska Partition Cases — What It Means and What to Do Short answer: When a judge dismisses a partition action "with prejudice," the court ends that case and typically bars you from bringing the same partition claim again. The dismissal usually operates as a final judgment on the merits. This guide […]
Read article →How to Force Sale or Division of Co‑Owned Real Property in Alaska After Divorce
Options for Forcing Sale or Division of Co‑Owned Real Property in Alaska Short answer: If you still co‑own real property with your ex after a divorce in Alaska, you can usually (1) negotiate a buyout or settlement, (2) ask the court to enforce a divorce decree that already allocated the property, or (3) file a […]
Read article →How to File a Partition Action to Force Sale of a Late Father’s House — Alaska
How to force a sale of your late father’s house in Alaska: a step-by-step FAQ Short answer If you and at least one other person own your late father’s house together (for example, as tenants in common), you can ask an Alaska court to order a partition of the property. If the court determines a […]
Read article →Alaska: Forcing a Sale of Shared Property (Partition Actions) — What to Know
Can I force the sale of shared property in Alaska when co‑owners refuse to buy me out? Short answer: Yes — if you own property with others in Alaska and you cannot agree on dividing or buying out interests, you can ask the Alaska Superior Court to force a partition or order a sale so […]
Read article →Alaska: Selling Property Through a Court-Ordered Partition Sale — Process and Practical Steps
How a Court Orders the Sale of Real Property in a Partition Action in Alaska This FAQ-style article explains, in plain language, how a court-ordered sale works when co‑owners cannot divide land or real property and a partition action is filed in Alaska. This is educational information only and is not legal advice. What is […]
Read article →How to Make a Buyout Offer to Co-Owners in an Alaska Partition Case
How to Make a Buyout Offer to Co-Owners in an Alaska Partition Case Disclaimer: This is general information only and not legal advice. Consult a licensed Alaska attorney for advice about your situation. Detailed answer: How a buyout works in an Alaska partition action If you and one or more people own real property together […]
Read article →Alaska: Recovering Property Taxes and Mortgage Payments in a Partition Action
Can you recover property taxes and mortgage payments you paid on a jointly inherited home in a partition action under Alaska law? Short answer: Possibly. Under Alaska law a co-owner who pays necessary carrying costs for jointly owned real property—such as property taxes and mortgage payments—can often seek reimbursement, contribution, or a credit in a […]
Read article →Alaska: What to Do If an Heir Refuses to Move Out or Refuses to Sell Their Share of Inherited Property
Can an heir who lives in inherited property refuse to move or block a sale? What you should know Short answer: In Alaska, an heir who owns a share of inherited real property generally has a right to possess the property, but co-owners also have legal remedies. If the occupant refuses to leave or to […]
Read article →Alaska: Options When the Other Party Asks Only for a Court-Ordered Sale of the House
Options When the Other Party Asks Only for a Court-Ordered Sale of the House Detailed answer This answer explains what you can do under Alaska law if the other party asks the court simply to sell the house and does not propose buyout terms. Two common contexts arise: (1) a family law case (divorce or […]
Read article →What Happens If Mediation Fails and the Court Orders a Co‑Owned House Sold in Alaska
What happens if mediation fails and the court orders a co‑owned house sold? This FAQ explains what typically happens in Alaska when co‑owners cannot agree in mediation and a court orders the sale of jointly owned real estate. This is general information only and not legal advice. Detailed Answer When mediation does not resolve a […]
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