Full Description
Practical and contextual in its approach, lucid and engaging in style, Textbook on Land Law enlivens the subject for students. The innovative running case study used throughout illustrates the law in action, helping students to visualize the real life applications of the law and demystify abstract concepts. Academic details on key topics are explained straightforwardly for an accessible learning experience. This is enhanced by additional examples, extracts, diagrams, and sample documents which contribute to the building blocks of a clear framework, enabling students to gain a pragmatic understanding of the essential principles. A glossary of key terms is included at the end of the book for ease of reference, while end-of-chapter reading suggestions support further research and exam preparation. Online resourcesThis textbook is also accompanied by online resources including self-test questions with instant feedback, guidance on approaching land law problems, as well as additional examination of topics such as leasehold covenants, perpetuities and accumulations, and undue influence and mortgages.
Contents
Part I1: Estates in land2: Interests in landPart II: The Freehold Estate3: Buying a house4: The contract5: Unregistered land6: Registered land7: Acquisition of an estate by adverse possessionPart III: Legal Estates8: The freehold estate9: The leasehold estate10: Obligations of landlord and tenant11: Enforcement of leasehold covenants12: Remedies for breach of leasehold covenantsPart IV: Trusts13: Express and implied trusts14: Trusts of land15: Settled Land Act settlements16: Perpetuities and accumulations17: Co-ownership18: Resulting and constructive trusts19: Proprietary estoppelPart V: Licences and Rights to the Family Home20: Licences and their enforcement21: Special rights in relation to the family homePart VI: Rights in Land22: Mortgages and charges23: Priorities in relation to mortgages and charges24: Easements25: Freehold covenantsPart VII: Conclusion26: What is land?
