A partition claim only applies to real property, which is real estate, not personal property. The process for dividing property in Illinois where there is no contract between the title holders is both vague and specific.Partition cases are lawsuits in which one co-owner of a property asks the court to divide the property among two or more owners. An Illinois divorce court must include the third party on the deed to a marital property if the Illinois court wishes to properly finalize the divorce. Although property ownership is prototypically associated with a single owner, land is very often co-owned. Partition cases are lawsuits in which one co-owner of a property asks the court to divide the property among two or more owners. A partition claim only applies to real property, which is real estate, not personal property. Fill out the contact form or call us at 312-899-6625 to schedule your free consultation. Name