The question (10 marks)
Explain the doctrines of marshalling, contribution and subrogation under the Transfer of Property Act 1882, and state how each is limited. (10 marks)
MU Module II, priority and its adjustments; pack ch. 05.
Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.
It tests Unit 2 · Sale, Mortgage and Charge of Transfer of Property.
Authorities you will need
- The rules are otherwise statutory
- Shivdev Singh v Sucha Singh, for the related bar on partial redemption
How an answer is marked
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