ABSTRACT

The Optimize series is designed to show you how to apply your knowledge in assessment. These concise revision guides cover the most commonly taught topics, and provide you with the tools to:

Understand the law and remember the details

    • using diagrams and tables throughout to demonstrate how the law fits together

Contextualise your knowledge

    • identifying and explaining how to apply legal principles for important cases
    • providing cross-references and further reading to help you aim higher in essays and exams

Avoid common misunderstandings and errors

    • identifying common pitfalls students encounter in class and in assessment

Reflect critically on the law

    • identifying contentious areas that are up for debate and on which you will need to form an opinion

Apply what you have learned in assessment

    • presenting learning objectives that reflect typical assessment criteria
    • providing sample essay and exam questions, supported by end-of chapter feedback

The series is also supported by comprehensive online resources that allow you to track your progress during the run-up to exams.

chapter 1|20 pages

Introduction to Equity and Trusts

chapter 2|26 pages

The Three Certainties

chapter 3|18 pages

The Statutory Formalities

chapter 4|32 pages

The Constitution of Express Trusts

chapter 5|24 pages

Secret Trusts and Mutual Wills

chapter 6|20 pages

Resulting Trusts

chapter 7|26 pages

Constructive Trusts

chapter 8|26 pages

Trusts and the Family Home

chapter 9|22 pages

Private Purpose Trusts

chapter 10|24 pages

Charitable Trusts

chapter 11|20 pages

Trusteeship

chapter 12|18 pages

Trustees’ Powers

chapter 13|24 pages

Breach of Trust

chapter 14|22 pages

Equitable Remedies