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This session completes our examination preparation series by breaking down how to tackle co-ownership questions, specifically focusing on a severance question from the 2009 University of London LLB examination paper. We provide a step-by-step approach to structuring answers chronologically and maintaining focus on the specific legal issues rather than writing general treatises on severance.

• Always begin with a clear introduction that frames the central conflict
• Establish the initial co-ownership status of both legal and beneficial estates
• Chart events chronologically to examine potential severance of beneficial joint tenancy
• Avoid assuming parties are beneficial tenants in common from the outset
• After discussing each event, explicitly state the resulting ownership distribution
• Reference relevant sections of TALATA (particularly sections 14 and 15) when discussing co-owner disputes
• Only mention factors that directly apply to the scenario at hand
• Structure answers to show the progression of proprietary interests clearly

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Land law exam success depends on recognizing what's being asked and responding appropriately, whether it's an essay or problem question about leases and licenses.

• Essay questions require focused analysis of the specific point raised, not general knowledge dumps
• Street and Mountford established exclusive possession for a term at a rent creates a tenancy
• Consider instances where exclusive possession exists but doesn't create a tenancy
• Problem questions benefit from the IRAC method (Issue, Rule, Application, Conclusion)
• Always address all elements even if you believe one requirement hasn't been satisfied
• Make formal legal submissions rather than casual assertions
• Registered land mentions require discussion of the Land Registration Act 2002
• Distinguish proprietary rights (leases) from non-proprietary rights (licenses)
• Focus on advising the specific client about their current situation
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We break down how to approach Land Law exam questions, focusing on easements as a practical example through detailed analysis of a 2007 University of London LLB exam question.

• Drawing out the scenario is vital for easement and adverse possession questions
• Use a three-step approach: identify the right/interest, determine if it's legal/equitable, and consider if it binds third parties
• Pay close attention to examiner language—words like "conveyed" suggest a deed while "sold" leaves options open
• Section 62 of Law of Property Act, Wheeldon v Burrows, and prescription are the most frequently tested easement creation methods
• Focus on answering the specific question asked rather than writing generally about the topic
• For registered land, consider Schedule 3, paragraph 3 regarding overriding interests
• Structure your answer with clear subheadings addressing each issue separately

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