Can you give away something you don't own?
Generally, no.
The principle of nemo dat quod non habet means you cannot transfer a better title than you have.
A must-know rule for SQE 1.
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LEGAL WORD OF THE DAY
DEED
A deed is a formal legal document that must satisfy specific legal formalities.
SQE 1 Tip: A deed can be legally effective even without consideration.
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LEGAL TERMS MADE SIMPLE
What does "intestate" mean?
It's a legal term every future solicitor should know—and one that appears regularly in Wills & Administration.
Save this for your SQE revision.
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LEGAL TERMS MADE SIMPLE
What is a codicil?
It's a legal document used to amend an existing will without replacing it.
One term down, many more to go.
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STOP BELIEVING THIS
"Every contract has to be in writing."
❌ False.
Many contracts are legally binding even if they're made orally.
Know the rule, not the myth.
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Contract Law Tip.
Counter-offer ≠ Request for information.
A counter-offer rejects the original offer. A request for information keeps it alive.
A small distinction that can make a big difference in SQE 1.
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Business Law Essentials
A company loses money.
A director made the decision.
Before asking who suffered the loss, ask:
• Who was owed the duty?
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⚖️ Lawyer's Challenge
Which fact changes the outcome?
• No rent paid
• Nothing in writing
• Monthly payments agreed
The answer isn't always the most obvious one.
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Legal Term of the Day
Undue Influence
When influence becomes so strong that a decision may no longer be truly independent.
⚖️ The law protects free choice.
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"One day, this will all be yours."
Sounds like a family promise.
But in Land Law, a promise can have legal consequences when someone relies on it.
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SQE 1 Misconception
You don't always need to sign an agreement to be legally affected by it.
Sometimes, authority is the real issue.
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What The Examiner Is Really Testing
Fiduciary duties aren't just about being fair.
They're about trust, loyalty, and avoiding conflicts of interest.
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