Law students (especially Open University W301) and LLB candidates
Studying for an equity and trusts law exam that covers personal remedies for breach of trust.
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W301 UNIT 27: Personal remedies against a trustee for breach of trust is a law mind map for Open University students, covering 141 nodes across five major branches: Which trustees to sue?, Compensation, Defences, Contribution from other trustees, and key case law. This template systematically explores active and passive breach of trust, including duties under the Trustee Act 2000 and the 'but for' test for causation. It cites landmark cases such as Target Holdings Ltd v Redfern [1996] on remoteness and Nestle v National Westminster Bank plc [1993] on investment duties. The map also details defences under s61 Trustee Act 1925, limitation periods under s21 Limitation Act 1980, and contribution rules under the Civil Liability (Contribution) Act 1978. Ideal for exam prep or quick reference, this cheat sheet organizes complex equitable principles into a clear, hierarchical structure.
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Law lecturers and tutors
Preparing a lecture or tutorial on trustee liability, including defences and contribution.
Solicitors and barristers specializing in trust litigation
Reviewing a real-world trust dispute to identify potential personal claims against trustees.
How to use this template
Step 1
Launch and Explore Core Legal Branches
Open the template in Xmind to navigate the five main branches covering trustee liability, compensation, and statutory defences.
Step 2
Expand Detailed Legal Concepts and Cases
Click on sub-nodes to reveal specific duties under the Trustee Act 2000 and landmark case law like Target Holdings Ltd v Redfern.
Step 3
Annotate and Export for Exam Revision
Add personal study notes to the nodes and export the final map as a PDF or image for quick reference during your law studies.
Frequently asked questions
The template covers personal remedies against a trustee for breach of trust, including which trustees to sue, compensation calculations, defences, and contribution from co-trustees. It references key statutes like the Trustee Act 2000 and cases such as Target Holdings Ltd v Redfern.
Use the map to quickly review the four main branches: identify the type of breach, apply compensation rules, consider defences like s61 Trustee Act 1925, and assess contribution. The case law nodes help you cite relevant authorities in problem questions.
Yes, the .xmind file is fully editable. You can add notes, highlight key cases, or reorganize branches to suit your study style. It works on Xmind desktop and web versions.
Type 1 breach involves misapplying trust money, requiring restoration without common law remoteness. Type 2 breach is an authorised act done badly (e.g., breach of duty of care), where common law remoteness rules may apply and the trustee accounts for what should have been received.
While designed for Open University law students, the template covers core principles and case law that are relevant for legal professionals reviewing trustee liability. However, always verify against current statutes and case law.
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