‘A deed, whether executed by a corporation or by an individual, does not necessarily bind the grantor as soon as it is sealed. It only becomes binding when it has been ‘delivered’ by the grantor as his deed, i.e., when the grantor has indicated by words or conduct that he intends the deed which he has executed to be binding on him.’
Judges:
Cross J
Citations:
[1961] Ch 88
Statutes:
Law of Property Act 1925 74(1)
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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Updated: 26 November 2022; Ref: scu.188670
