Khimani v. Ruppenthal.

Andrews, Judge.

Bob Ruppenthal, administrator of the estate of Salim Khimani ("Salim"), petitioned for statutory partition of real property owned jointly by Salim, his brother Mohammad Khimani ("Mohammad"), and his brother-in-law Sikandar Nathani ("Sikandar"). Mohammad counterclaimed for equitable partition and an accounting, asserting that he was entitled to contribution and set-off for significant sums he had paid to maintain the property. Ruppenthal moved for summary judgment on the contribution claim. The trial court granted the motion in part, and Mohammad appeals. For reasons that…