Joint ownership can outlast the relationship that created it
Siblings inherit a flat, former spouses remain registered together, or business partners separate. Costs accumulate while price, timing and the route to sale remain disputed.
Israeli property law generally allows a co-owner to seek dissolution. If agreement is not possible, the court may determine the route and appoint a receiver to conduct a supervised sale.
Matters we regularly encounter
Heirs disagree over sale or division.
Former spouses remain co-owners.
One owner occupies or lets the property without sharing proceeds.
Property liabilities are not allocated fairly.
The scope of our representation
Ownership and liability review
Establish registered shares, costs and debts.
Agreement efforts
Approach the co-owners with a proposed route and consider mediation.
Dissolution proceedings
Seek appropriate orders, including appointment of a receiver where required.
Receivership representation
Conduct the sale under a court appointment or represent a co-owner in that process.
Supervised sale
Valuation, marketing, offers and court approval.
Distribution of proceeds
Account for ownership shares, costs and property liabilities.
From assessment to completion
Initial assessment
Check registration and liabilities.
Strategy development
Engage the co-owners before compulsory proceedings.
Representation & action
Apply to the court where necessary.
A point worth understanding
Receivership operates under court supervision, with transparency and reporting central to the process. The prospect of a supervised sale may itself encourage agreement.
Co-ownership Dissolution & Receivership
Articles & Insights
Practical questions, considerations and a wider perspective
Co-ownership Dissolution Under Section 37