There are many reasons why judges may hear legal cases related to real property. Sometimes, they must respond to partition actions seeking the division of jointly-owned real estate. Other times, judges may need to resolve boundary disputes between neighbors.
Quiet title proceedings are also relatively common in Kentucky. Real property owners may sometimes need to petition the courts for quiet title proceedings. What happens in these unique real estate court cases?
The goal is to address title issues
The title history for a property identifies the current owner and validates liens or easements. Generally speaking, the county recorder’s office should have accurate and up-to-date information regarding the legal description of the property, the current owner of the property and any outside parties with a right to access the property or use it as collateral for a debt.
Occasionally, the official records for a property may not be accurate. During quiet title proceedings, real estate owners ask the courts to review title records and other documentation to correct outdated title information.
Judges can order the removal of expired easements and satisfied liens or the update of inaccurate legal descriptions and ownership records. Successful quiet title proceedings correct inaccurate information and make it easier for people to sell or refinance their real property holdings in the future. Accurate title records also protect people from litigation and other challenges that could cost them money or endanger their real estate holdings.
An attorney can file the paperwork and assist with the organization and collection of evidence. Securing legal assistance when preparing for quiet title proceedings can help real estate owners protect their properties.