{"id":1601,"date":"2026-10-18T01:25:46","date_gmt":"2026-10-18T01:25:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/resources\/commercial-property-disputes-florida\/co-owner-and-llc-property-dispute-litigation\/"},"modified":"2026-11-04T01:21:21","modified_gmt":"2026-11-04T01:21:21","slug":"co-owner-and-llc-property-dispute-litigation","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/resources\/commercial-property-disputes-florida\/co-owner-and-llc-property-dispute-litigation\/","title":{"rendered":"Co-Owner Property Dispute Business Florida | Ayala Law PA"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark chg-hero\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-60 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(32,36,46,1) 0%,rgba(32,36,46,1) 55%,rgba(32,36,46,0.7) 100%)\"><\/span><img class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-1600\" alt=\"A forensic accountant in reading glasses traces payment entries with a yellow highlighter across a ledger and invoice reconciliation on a desk.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-forensic-accountant-in-reading-glasses-traces-payment-entr-photo-5.jpg\" width=\"1376\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-forensic-accountant-in-reading-glasses-traces-payment-entr-photo-5-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-forensic-accountant-in-reading-glasses-traces-payment-entr-photo-5-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-forensic-accountant-in-reading-glasses-traces-payment-entr-photo-5-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-forensic-accountant-in-reading-glasses-traces-payment-entr-photo-5-1024x572.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-forensic-accountant-in-reading-glasses-traces-payment-entr-photo-5.jpg 1376w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 825px, 100vw\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Co-Owner Property Disputes | Tampa Bay, Florida<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">When Co-Owners Disagree About Shared Business Property, Clear Options Matter<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.625), 1.25rem);text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Ayala Law PA focuses on business and commercial disputes, including disagreements among co-owners of jointly held property in Hillsborough County and the Tampa Bay area. Call (305) 570-2208 or reach out to start a case evaluation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+13055702208\">Request a Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/contact\/\">Request a Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By Eduardo A. Maura \u00b7 Published October 17, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n\n<p>A co-owner property dispute happens when people who share title to property cannot agree on how to run it, pay for it or sell it. In Florida, the right route depends on how the property is held and what the owners&#8217; documents say. Owners can resolve these disputes by agreement. If they can&#8217;t, a court can be asked to decide.<\/p>\n<p>This guide explains the options in plain terms. It is written for business owners, LLC members, partners and family members who share commercial or investment property in Tampa, Hillsborough County, Brandon, Riverview, Plant City, Temple Terrace and the wider Tampa Bay area.<\/p>\n<h2>What Is a Co-Owner or LLC Property Dispute?<\/h2>\n<p>A co-owner property dispute is a disagreement among people who hold title to the same property. The owners cannot settle how it is used, managed, paid for or sold.<\/p>\n<p>Co-owners can hold title in different ways. Joint tenants hold the property together. Tenants in common hold separate shares, which may be unequal.<\/p>\n<p>Property is also often held inside an LLC or partnership. In that case, the entity&#8217;s paperwork matters most. Florida&#8217;s LLC law says the operating agreement governs relations among members and between members and the company, except where the statute provides otherwise (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0600-0699\/0605\/Sections\/0605.0105.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 605.0105<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p>Common triggers include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A co-owner quits paying a share of taxes, insurance or repairs.<\/li>\n<li>A co-owner keeps rental income that belongs to everyone.<\/li>\n<li>An owner refuses to approve a sale or ignores a buyout offer.<\/li>\n<li>An heir wants out of inherited property, but the other heirs don&#8217;t.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-contrast-color has-surface-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--surface,#f2f3f5);color:var(--wp--preset--color--contrast,#22252b);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a co-owner has quit paying shares of expenses or refused a buyout, you may have options, and our team can review your documents with you at (305) 570-2208. Talk it through with our team &#8212; we can walk you through how a situation like yours is usually handled and what your options are.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+13055702208\">Schedule a consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/contact\/\">Schedule a consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-person-highlights-a-clause-in-a-contract-document-on-a-woo-photo.jpg\" alt=\"A person highlights text in a contract document on a wooden office desk.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>What Are the Main Ways to Resolve a Co-Owner Dispute?<\/h2>\n<p>The main options are a negotiated buyout, a voluntary sale, or a lawsuit asking a court to divide or sell the property. Each option costs a different amount of time, control and money, so compare them before choosing.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Negotiated buyout.<\/strong> One owner buys the others&#8217; interests at an agreed or appraised value. Put the terms in writing.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Voluntary sale.<\/strong> The owners sell the whole property and split the proceeds by ownership share.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Partition action.<\/strong> This is a lawsuit asking a court to divide the property or order its sale when owners cannot agree.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Related business claims.<\/strong> Disputes often include claims over rents, expenses and breaches of the operating agreement or partnership terms.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>LLC operating agreements may include a deadlock sale provision. Under Florida law, that provision can resolve a deadlock before a court orders dissolution, if it is started first (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0600-0699\/0605\/Sections\/0605.0702.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 605.0702<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p>In a member&#8217;s dissolution case, the company or other members may elect to buy the member&#8217;s interest at fair value. That election may be filed within 90 days after the petition, or later if the court allows (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0600-0699\/0605\/Sections\/0605.0706.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 605.0706<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p>For partnerships, a partner who leaves without ending the business is owed a buyout. If no agreement comes within 120 days after a written demand, the partnership pays its own estimate in cash (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0600-0699\/0620\/Sections\/0620.8701.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 620.8701<\/a>).<\/p>\n<h2>Partition in Kind vs. Partition by Sale: What&#8217;s the Difference?<\/h2>\n<p>Partition in kind divides the physical property among the owners. Partition by sale has the whole property sold and the money shared.<\/p>\n<p>Partition in kind usually fits land or a large parcel that can be split without losing much value. Partition by sale usually fits a single building or property that can&#8217;t be divided fairly.<\/p>\n<p>Questions that often come up include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Can the property be divided without destroying its value?<\/li>\n<li>How large is each owner&#8217;s share?<\/li>\n<li>Do the owners agree on a sale or a buyout?<\/li>\n<li>Does one owner want to keep the property?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Co-owners who disagree about what to do with shared property often have different goals, and the options available depend on the specific facts involved. The facts decide which route fits.<\/p>\n<h2>How Does a Florida Co-Owner or LLC Dispute Move Forward?<\/h2>\n<p>These disputes often follow a set order. Talks come first, and a lawsuit comes only if talks fail.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Review the documents.<\/strong> Gather the deed, LLC articles, operating agreement, leases and any co-ownership agreement.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Record the facts.<\/strong> List payments, rent received, expenses paid, messages and any buyout or sale offers. If an LLC refuses a member&#8217;s records request, a circuit court may order inspection and copying at the company&#8217;s expense (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0600-0699\/0605\/Sections\/0605.0411.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 605.0411<\/a>).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Negotiate or mediate.<\/strong> In a filed civil action for money damages, a court must refer the case to mediation if one party asks, unless a listed exception applies (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0000-0099\/0044\/Sections\/0044.102.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 44.102<\/a>).<\/li>\n<li><strong>File where venue allows.<\/strong> Florida law requires suit in the county where the defendant resides, where the claim arose, or where the property is located (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0000-0099\/0047\/Sections\/0047.011.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 47.011<\/a>). For property in Hillsborough County, that location may support a Hillsborough County filing.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Litigate.<\/strong> After filing, the case moves through service, pretrial steps, discovery, valuation if needed, and any court-ordered sale or distribution.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The timeline varies with the facts. It depends on whether the other owners contest, how many parties are involved and the court&#8217;s calendar.<\/p>\n<h2>What Situations Lead to These Disputes?<\/h2>\n<p>The situations below show how these cases often start.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Inherited property.<\/strong> Heirs may hold shares together. One heir may want cash, while the others want to keep the property.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Withheld rent or expenses.<\/strong> One owner collects rent or refuses to share repair bills. The others may need an accounting to see what is owed.<\/li>\n<li><strong>A member who wants out.<\/strong> A member can leave an LLC, but the exit can be wrongful. A wrongful exit can make the member liable for damages caused to the company and other members (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0600-0699\/0605\/Sections\/0605.0601.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 605.0601<\/a>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Why Work With Ayala Law PA on These Disputes?<\/h2>\n<p>Ayala Law PA focuses on business litigation, commercial litigation, contract disputes, shareholder and partnership disputes, construction litigation, real estate litigation and international trade litigation. The firm handles these matters in Florida courts and arbitration.<\/p>\n<p>Eduardo A. Maura is the lawyer responsible for this page. The firm&#8217;s support staff help organize documents and communications.<\/p>\n<p>The firm&#8217;s office is at 1646 W Snow Ave, Tampa, Florida. The firm represents businesses in Tampa, Hillsborough County and the Tampa Bay area from its Tampa office.<\/p>\n<p>A first conversation focuses on your title, your entity documents and your business goals.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-contrast-color has-surface-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--surface,#f2f3f5);color:var(--wp--preset--color--contrast,#22252b);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-contrast-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; we can walk you through how a situation like yours is usually handled and what your options are.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+13055702208\">Schedule a consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/contact\/\">Schedule a consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/two-people-review-an-invoice-together-at-a-desk-in-a-modern-photo.jpg\" alt=\"Two people review an invoice together at a desk in a modern office.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What should co-owners know about jointly owned property in Florida?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Co-owners who disagree about shared property may want to talk with a lawyer about their options before taking action. The result depends on the property and the facts.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How do you partition a co-owned property?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A partition action is a lawsuit filed in a county that venue law allows, such as where the property is located. Start by gathering the title and ownership records.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can an LLC member be bought out if the operating agreement is silent?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the operating agreement is silent, the LLC statute governs the matter. The answer turns on that statute and the facts.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do I need a lawyer before negotiating a buyout?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reviewing the title and entity documents first helps you understand your position before you discuss numbers.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Is a case evaluation paid?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Case evaluations are a paid service, and fees are discussed at the outset.<\/p><p>If a co-owner has quit paying, refused a buyout or proposed a sale you don&#8217;t want, you don&#8217;t have to sort it out alone. Call (305) 570-2208 or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/contact\/\">request a case evaluation<\/a> to review your documents and options.<\/p><\/details><\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>Attorney advertising. The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice; reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship with Ayala Law PA. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Ayala Law PA, 1646 W Snow Ave, Tampa, FL 33606.<\/em><\/footer>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Common Co-Owner Property Disputes<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Disagreements Over Selling or Buying Out a Co-Owner<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One owner wants to sell while another wants to keep the property, or one owner wants to buy out the others at a price they dispute.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conflicts Over Use, Rent and Access<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Co-owners may disagree about who occupies or operates from the property, how rent is shared, or who controls access and daily management.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Disputes About Costs and Improvements<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Questions often arise over who paid taxes, insurance, repairs or improvements, and whether those payments should be credited or reimbursed.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Partition and Court-Ordered Division<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether it fits your situation depends on the property and the facts.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">How We Approach Co-Owner Disputes<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--lightbulb\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Focused Business Practice<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our practice concentrates on business litigation, commercial disputes and real estate matters, so co-owner conflicts are handled within that focus.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--document\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Review of the Facts and Documents<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We start with the ownership records, operating or partnership agreements, and communications that shape your rights and options.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--chat\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Plain-Language Guidance<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We explain the available options, likely steps and tradeoffs in clear terms so you can make informed decisions for your business.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--shield\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Protecting Your Position<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Acting carefully early can help preserve your position while you evaluate settlement, negotiation or litigation.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-contrast-color has-surface-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--surface,#f2f3f5);color:var(--wp--preset--color--contrast,#22252b);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-contrast-color has-text-color\">Before You Act<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Avoid changing locks, excluding a co-owner, selling or refinancing the property, or stopping payments without first getting advice. Unilateral steps can complicate the dispute and affect your position.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+13055702208\">Call (305) 570-2208<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/contact\/\">Call (305) 570-2208<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--primary,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-text-color\">Talk With Ayala Law PA About Your Co-Owner Dispute<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-0aa01211 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+13055702208\">Call (305) 570-2208 or Request a Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lawayala.com\/contact\/\">Call (305) 570-2208 or Request a Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Related practice areas<\/h2><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"\/resources\/commercial-property-disputes-florida\/\">Commercial Property Disputes in Florida: How Business Owners Resolve Lease, Sale, Title and Co-Owner Conflicts<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n<!-- chg:section-siblings -->\n<nav aria-label=\"More in this section\">\n<h2>More in this section<\/h2>\n<ul><li><a href=\"\/resources\/commercial-property-disputes-florida\/commercial-property-dispute-court-or-arbitration-florida\/\">Court or Arbitration: How Commercial Property Disputes Are Resolved in Florida<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/commercial-property-disputes-florida\/commercial-property-purchase-contract-litigation\/\">Commercial Property Purchase Contract Litigation: When a Seller or Buyer Backs Out<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/commercial-property-disputes-florida\/how-does-a-partition-action-work-in-florida\/\">How does a partition action work in Florida?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/commercial-property-disputes-florida\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-do-a-quiet-title-in-florida\/\">How much does it cost to do a quiet title in Florida?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/commercial-property-disputes-florida\/how-to-evict-commercial-tenants\/\">How to evict commercial tenants?<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/nav>\n<!-- \/chg:section-siblings -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Co-owner property dispute options in Florida, including buyouts, sales, partition and LLC rules. 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