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THE LAW OF EQUITY 1

Module code: LW391W
Credits: 5
Semester: 1
Department: SCHOOL OF LAW AND CRIMINOLOGY
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	Overview
	This module generally examines equity as a legal system, and more specifically, trust formalities and administration, trustees� fiduciary duties, the scope of liability faced by trustees and by third-parties who have contact with trustees and/or trust property. It examines, in detail, express trusts, resulting trusts, constructive trusts, void and voidable trusts, secret trusts, purpose trusts, and charitable trusts. Any aspect of this module, may be changed in any given academic year, subject to the discretion of the module lecturer.

Overview

This module generally examines equity as a legal system, and more specifically, trust formalities and administration, trustees� fiduciary duties, the scope of liability faced by trustees and by third-parties who have contact with trustees and/or trust property. It examines, in detail, express trusts, resulting trusts, constructive trusts, void and voidable trusts, secret trusts, purpose trusts, and charitable trusts.

Any aspect of this module, may be changed in any given academic year, subject to the discretion of the module lecturer.

	Learning Outcomes
	On successful completion of the module, students should be able to: Display an in-depth knowledge of the fundamentals of trust law, the operation of trusts, the different types of trust, and the legal rules governing them. Comprehend the principles relating to trust administration, the duties of trustees as well as the scope of trustee (and third party) liability. Interpret a given factual matrix considering trust law principles, summarise the main legal issues involved and construct an opinion as to the legal position. Analyse, debate, and criticise particular areas of trust law and draw conclusions as to its effectiveness and fairness. Interpret a given factual matrix in light of equitable principles relating to trusts, summarise the main legal issues involved and construct an opinion as to the position in equity. Analyse, debate, and criticise the law in a particular area of trusts law and draw conclusions as to its effectiveness and fairness.

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	Autumn Supplementals/Resits
	Are supplemental/resit registrations permitted? Yes University scheduled written examination (Autumn): 180 minutes, On-campus

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