Quiet Title Action

Definition: A quiet title action is a lawsuit asking a court to determine ownership claims and resolve a cloud or dispute affecting real property title.

Example

An owner asks a court to resolve a recorded claim that conflicts with the owner's title.

Keep the distinction clear

A title search identifies recorded issues; a quiet title action seeks a judicial resolution. The judgment's effect depends on the claims, parties, and required procedures.

Related terms

Cloud on Title · Title Search · Marketable Title

Keep studying

Deeds, Abstracts, Title Opinions, and Title Insurance

References: Cornell LII: quiet title action

Pronunciation (US): KWY-uht TY-tuhl AK-shuhn (capitals show stress)

Pronunciation reference: Merriam-Webster