ABSTRACT

Equity and Trusts: A Problem-Based Approach creates a fresh approach to learning through the use of integrated realistic case studies designed to simulate how the law works in practice. With comprehensive coverage of the complete equity and trusts curriculum, unlike other textbooks, it integrates a thorough exposition of the legal rules with applied problem-solving opportunities, highlighting the legal issues and providing essential context for the law.

The book’s goal is to familiarise students with a more active and practical approach to equity and trusts that will deepen their knowledge and understanding. Written in a clear and concise style but without sacrificing detail or analysis, Judith Riches not only provides students with a full and wide-ranging account of the law, but also helps them to develop the analytical and problem-solving skills they will need to succeed in their studies and beyond. Key features include:

  • Case studies at the start of each chapter provide real-world context to each topic and help to familiarise readers with the legal language and style they will encounter
  • Apply Your Learning boxes invite students to reflect and consolidate on the content covered in order to apply the law back to the case study
  • Consider This boxes present variations to the case studies and alternative scenarios to challenge students to take their application of the law to the next level
  • Key Cases and Statutes boxes reinforce the essential role of cases and legislation in the development and application of land law and help students identify key sources of legal authority for revision purposes
  • Tutor Tips highlight important issues and opportunities to impress tutors and examiners without interrupting the flow of the text

chapter 1|22 pages

INTRODUCTION TO EQUITY AND TRUSTS

chapter 2|42 pages

THE THREE CERTAINTIES AND CAPACITY

chapter 3|28 pages

THE STATUTORY FORMALITIES

chapter 4|48 pages

THE CONSTITUTION OF TRUSTS

chapter 5|34 pages

SECRET TRUSTS AND MUTUAL WILLS

chapter 7|48 pages

RESULTING TRUSTS

chapter 8|40 pages

CONSTRUCTIVE TRUSTS

chapter 9|48 pages

OWNERSHIP OF THE FAMILY HOME

chapter 10|38 pages

TRUSTS WHICH MAY BE SET ASIDE

chapter 11|36 pages

PRIVATE PURPOSE TRUSTS

chapter 12|60 pages

CHARITABLE TRUSTS

chapter 13|32 pages

TRUSTEESHIP

chapter 14|30 pages

THE DUTIES OF TRUSTEES

chapter 15|38 pages

TRUSTEES’ POWERS

chapter 16|28 pages

VARIATION OF TRUSTS

chapter 17|52 pages

BREACH OF TRUST

chapter 18|50 pages

EQUITABLE REMEDIES

chapter 19|16 pages

PUTTING IT TOGETHER