M. Bryan King

Bryan's practice focuses primarily on probate, estate administration and estate planning matters. He guides his clients through the probate process including qualification of personal representatives, estate inventories and accountings, and special proceedings.

Bryan's practice also includes representation of individuals and families in guardianship matters.

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North Carolina

Managing Attorney

Haithcock, Barfield, Hulse & King, PLLC

2019 - Current

Associate Attorney

Haithcock, Barfield Hulse & King, PLLC

2014 - 2018

North Carolina Central University School of Law

Honors: North Carolina Central Law Review, Cum Laude

Local Advisory Board - Legal Aid of North Carolina

2022 - Current

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

2021 - Current

North Carolina State Bar  # 47865

Member

2014 - Current

North Carolina Bar Association

2014 - Current

Wayne County Bar Association

2014 - Current

Q. How long does it take for partition action after being filed?

August 29, 2024

A: Hello and thanks for your question. The duration of a partition action in North Carolina can vary based on several procedural steps and statutory requirements. Initially, if the court determines that the petitioner is entitled to relief, it will appoint three disinterested commissioners who must proceed within 20 days after their appointment to partition the property. Additionally, the time for filing an answer or other pleading in partition proceedings is within 30 days after the date of service of summons. The court may also extend the time for filing by up to 30 additional days for partitions. Therefore, the timeline for a partition action can extend over several months, depending on the specific circumstances and any delays that may occur during the process.

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