Owning property should come with a sense of security, but title disputes, unclear ownership records, and conflicting claims can create major obstacles for property owners, investors, and landlords. If you’re dealing with a clouded title, a deed error, an unresolved lien, or competing claims on your property, you may need to file a Quiet Title Action to establish legal ownership and prevent future disputes.
At Latoison Law, our Quiet Title Attorneys in Pennsylvania specialize in resolving complex property disputes. Whether you acquired property through a tax sale, inherited real estate with an unclear title, or need to remove an outdated lien, our team can guide you through the legal process to clear your title and secure your ownership rights. Contact us today for a free consultation.
Why Choose Latoison Law for Your Quiet Title Action?
As both a landlord and property manager, attorney Enrique Latoison understands the complexities that come with owning real estate. His firsthand experience allows Latoison Law to offer practical, results-driven legal support for landlords, investors, and homeowners. A clear, marketable title is essential—without one, selling, refinancing, or developing property can become a major hurdle.
If you’re unsure about who holds an interest in your property or if you’ve encountered errors in a property transfer, don’t wait until the problem escalates. A Quiet Title Action can legally confirm your ownership and prevent future disputes.
Let us help you protect your property and financial investments. Call Latoison Law today at 610-999-1439 for a consultation with our experienced Quiet Title Attorneys in Pennsylvania. We’re here to ensure your rights as a property owner are protected and your title is legally secured.
Quiet Title Actions in Pennsylvania
What is a quiet title action?
Quiet title is the name of legal action you’d start to resolve disputes over the ownership of real property, and to clear up any ambiguity regarding the title. Quiet title actions are brought for several reasons, including determining any right, lien, or interest in the land. Generally, quiet title actions are initiated when there is a dispute over ownership of a property.
Why do people file quiet title actions?
Quiet title actions are generally filed to settle competing claims. Sometimes, when deeds are transferred, it is unclear who retains ownership of a property, what kind of ownership interest they have, and what rights or interests a party has in the property. To avoid this situation, call Latoison Law for your deed transfer needs! 610-999-1439.
Additionally, former owners who have lost their property in a tax sale may file a quiet title action to attack defects in tax sales that would invalidate the deed. There are other ways to recover your property after it is sold at a tax sale. If you have any questions, call us at 610.999.1439.
Finally, quiet title actions are often filed to compel a partial owner to take a certain action. Specifically, to record a document such as a mortgage or mortgage satisfaction, reinstate or rescind a deed, or to gain possession of the property.
What’s the process?
A quiet action claim is initiated in the same manner as most other civil claims – by filing a complaint. Once a complaint is filed and served, the persons or entities who have been served have 20 days to file their response. The litigation process for a quiet title action can take anywhere from 12 – 24 months, assuming there is no agreement made prior to having a judge determine the merits of the case.
Title Examination
At some point, most likely prior to filing a complaint, a title examination should be done. This can be done by a title company, or by the real estate team here at Latoison Law. The plaintiff, or someone acting on behalf of the plaintiff, must conduct a thorough examination of the title to identify any persons with claims or interests in the property.
When should a quiet title action be filed?
A quiet title action can be filed at any time, with a few exceptions. If a party resides in the property and is seeking to acquire title, they must wait for a statutory period of anywhere from 10 to 21 years depending on the jurisdiction. Don’t delay too long! The doctrine of laches may prevent you from bringing a quiet title claim if you delay unnecessarily. Have questions regarding whether you can file a quiet title action? Give us a call at 610-999-1439!
What do I have to prove to succeed on a quiet title action?
A plaintiff bringing a quiet title action must prove, by the preponderance of the evidence, that their claim of ownership to the property is stronger than the defendant’s claim. This means that the plaintiff must prevail on the strength of their title, rather than the weakness of the defendant’s title.
What are common defenses to quiet title actions?
Defendants in quiet title actions generally raise adverse possession as an affirmative defense. This requires the defendant to prove actual, continuous, exclusive, visible, notorious, distinct, and hostile possession of the property for a statutory period of time, anywhere from 10 to 21 years depending on the jurisdiction.
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