The Florida partition process is used when homeowners can't agree on whether to selll a home and how. It's used when there are multiple owners.Learn everything about filing a property partition case in Florida. Get step-by-step guidance on the process, from determining ownership to going to court. A common remedy is simply for one co-owner to buy the other one out, purchasing his or her part of the property. They can also agree to sell the property. To file a partition action, you'll need a partition complaint (also known as a partition lawsuit), which a lawyer can help draw up for you. Partition is a legal process that allows co-owners of a property to divide the property or sell it and divide the proceeds. Partition actions must be filed in the county of Florida where the property is located. Most often, partitions are used when there is joint ownership.