Law of Property Act 1925: Primary legislation governing property law in England and Wales. Key sections cover legal estates and interests in land, requirements for creation of trusts of land, and formalities for deeds.
Trustee Act 2000: Core legislation defining trustee's statutory powers and duties, investment powers, and required standard of care for trustees.
Land Registration Act 2002: Legislation governing requirements for registration of interests in land, priority of interests, and notice requirements.
Deed Requirements: Legal requirements for valid deeds including: must be in writing, must be clear it is intended to be a deed, must be properly executed, and must be delivered.
Trust Law Principles: Fundamental principles including the three certainties (intention, subject matter, objects), fiduciary duties, and trust powers and limitations.
Contract Law Principles: Essential elements including consideration, capacity of parties, and intention to create legal relations.
Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Regulatory framework relevant when financial institutions are involved in the trust subordination agreement.
FCA Regulations: Financial Conduct Authority regulations that may apply when financial institutions are party to the agreement.
Mortgage Regulations: Specific regulations governing mortgage arrangements, particularly relevant if the trust involves residential property.
