The sealing of a deed prima facie imported not only due execution but also delivery. ‘The affixing the seal is not enough; there must be delivery of the deed also . . . Prima facie, putting the seal imports delivery; yet, if it be intended otherwise, it is not so . . .’
Judges:
Wills J
Citations:
(1887) 21 QBD 160
Jurisdiction:
England and Wales
Cited by:
Cited – Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council v Torkington CA 31-Oct-2003
The proposed landlord had sealed the lease, but the tenant was to seal and deliver his part by a certain date. The respondent purported to complete the lease later.
Held: Under the 1985 Act completion would require writing, intention and . .
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Land, Company
Updated: 24 November 2022; Ref: scu.188673
