Subjects:

Student Revision Aids

Contents:

An introduction to equity

Descriptions and classifications of trusts

The three certainties

Constitution of trusts

Formalities

Secret trusts

The statutory avoidance of trusts

Protective trusts

Resulting trusts

Constructive trusts

Non-charitable purpose trusts

Charitable trusts

The Cy-Pres doctrine

Appointment, retirement and removal of trustees

Trustees duties

Powers of maintenance, advancement and the appointment of agents

Variation of trusts

Breach of trust

Examination checklist

Sample questions and model answers

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