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The position of Lord Chancellor was originally held by which type of person?

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The equitable maxim 'He who seeks equity must do equity' deals with what type of behaviour?

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Which of the following statements is true?

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Which of the following situations have not been recognized as constructive trusts?

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Which of the following statements best defines administrative unworkability?

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The final provision of Jess's will states:
"I leave the rest of my immense fortune to Zainab and Ibb on the understanding that they appoint, at their absolute discretion, the whole or any part of the property or its income to any UK born circus performers, their relatives and dependants.
Which statement best describes the following disposition?

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Which statement most simply explains what is meant when a person is the absolute owner?

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How must an equitable interest be disposed of under the Law of Property Act 1925?

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Can a valid trust of land be declared orally?

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What are the ways to benefit another with an equitable interest according to Timpson's Executors v Yerbury [1936] 1 KB 645?

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Which of the following is the odd one out?

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Which of the following cases is the odd one out?

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Which statement most closely states the rule on inalienability?

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What do you think would not be an example of an unincorporated association?

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What is the name for the theory that secret trusts can be justified as they are not testamentary trusts but are in fact express trusts which are created inter vivos?

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What principles can be taken from the case of Moss v Cooper (1861) 4 LT 790?

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When will a presumed resulting trust arise?

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In rebutting a presumption which relies upon statements made in relation to a voluntary transfer or purchase in the name of another, who can rely on statements made after the transfer or purchase?

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In Re Ball's ST [1968], Megarry J commented on the extent of the court's power to vary a trust under the Variation of Trusts Act 1958. Complete the missing word in the following quote:
'If an arrangement changes the whole ................. of the trust, then it may well be said that it cannot be regarded merely as varying that trust'.

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In Re Weston's ST [1969], which benefit did the court view as most important?

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Fred and Daphne are trustees. Unknown to Daphne, Fred takes £10,000 from the trust accounts to purchase a vintage bandana belonging to a famous Hollywood star known for his extensive collection of accessories. Just weeks after his purchase, the star who owned the scarf dies in mysterious circumstances, bringing fresh attention to him and his career. The scarf, which he wore in one of his most famous roles, is now worth £25,000. When Daphne and the beneficiaries discover Fred's action they seek advice from you on what they can claim.

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Timothy and Vanessa have agreed to act as trustees. Under the trust, which contains a range of property, including land, Lisa is to be entitled to the income for 20 years, after which time the remainder will pass to her children, Tyler and Kyle.
Tyler is 25 years old and is keen to start his own business, designing websites. He approaches Timothy and Vanessa to ask for an advancement on his entitlement.
Which statutory provision is most relevant to his request?

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What are the requirements for a common law proprietary claim?

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What rule can be taken from the case of Roscoe v Winder [1915] 1 Ch 62?

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Which of these is not an equitable remedy?

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