Equity and Trust
Coursework Assignment
You are required to complete a written coursework assignment. The assignment has a maximum word limit of 2500 words and will take the form of answers to ONE question from the choice below.
You must answer ONLY ONE of the questions below. Students should not attempt to answer more than one.
Question 1
With reference to appropriate case law and other sources, outline the criteria for the creation of valid secret and half secret trusts, and comment upon whether the internal distinctions in these criteria are justifiable.
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Question 2
Outline the key duties owed by a trustee in performing their functions, and critically evaluate whether, or to what extent, the burden may differ between professional and non-professional trustees.
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Question 3
With reference to case law and other appropriate sources, discuss why private purpose trusts are generally deemed to be invalid.
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