Owning property with someone else can quickly become a legal minefield, but one real estate attorney has made it his mission to guide clients through the treacherous terrain of partition actions. In a captivating discussion, Jordan Lulich pulls back the curtain on this complex process, from the nuanced differences between owners to the thorniest scenarios involving uncooperative ex-spouses. With a deft touch, Lulich has helped countless clients find their way out of the "partition action minefield." But what are his key strategies? And how can those facing shared property division avoid the common pitfalls?
In this episode, Susan and Jordan discuss:
Partition actions - Dividing co-owned real property through legal process.
Partition types - Sale or in-kind division of property ownership.
Determining ownership interests - Reviewing deeds and identifying all vested parties.
Married couples vs. unmarried co-owners - Different legal frameworks for property division.
Handling uncooperative parties in divorce-related partitions - Potential for court orders and additional fees.
“Trying to work this out between the parties is something that I always try to do, and oftentimes [I] do it. Many other attorneys do not [do it], because they're more than happy to just jump straight to filing and collecting attorney's fees.”
- Jordan Lulich
About Jordan Lulich:
J. Lulich is a licensed Florida attorney specializing in Real Property, Business, and Estate Planning Law. His practice involves representing buyers, sellers, real estate agents, brokers, and mortgage lenders, as well as assisting individuals with legacy planning. A significant portion of his work includes issuing title insurance as an authorized agent for Old Republic National Title Company. With a deep understanding of real estate laws, Mr. Lulich is also a licensed Florida real estate instructor who frequently teaches real estate agents and presents to brokerages on legal and estate planning topics.
An alumnus of Indian River Charter High School, Mr. Lulich earned both his Bachelor's degree and Juris Doctorate from Florida State University. In addition to his legal practice, he serves on the Board of the Indian River Charter High School, has completed numerous races, and enjoys competitive racing. Mr. Lulich holds an "AV" rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest peer-review rating for lawyers, and has been recognized as a "Rising Star" by Super Lawyers in 2023 and 2024.
Connect with Jordan:
Profile and Company Website: https://www.lulich.com/jordan-lulich-esquire/
Email address: jordan@lulich.com
Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@LulichAndAttorneys
Connect with Susan:
Website: https://www.thechesnuttlawfirm.com/
Podcast: https://www.thechesnuttlawfirm.com/podcasts/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-chesnutt-27077bb9/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechesnuttlawfirm/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuBwfp_IVpeX-YHKpxZ5L0g
Avvo: https://www.avvo.com/attorneys/32960-fl-susan-chesnutt-3330241.html
