References: (1886) LT 903
Coram: Chitty J
Ratio: A condition in a will that a beneficary ‘take steps’ means that the heir must make every endeavour.
Jurisdiction: England and Wales
This case is cited by:
- Cited – Howard v Howard-Lawson Bt CA (Bailii, [2012] EWCA Civ 6)
The parties disputed the effect of a names and arms clause in a will.
Held: The gift did not fail. ‘The submission that the testator would have been concerned to have the heir take up and use the Howard name as soon as possible is in my . .
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Last Update: 21 June 2019
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