Instructor(s): Christopher Essert

This course introduces students to the concepts lawyers use in dealing with competing interests in land, chattels and other forms of wealth. Property is a highly conceptual aspect of the law. The main purpose of this course is to get students comfortable with understanding property as a legal construct, and the consequences flowing from these constructs. The doctrine of estates in land, takings, concurrent ownership, landlord-tenant relations, equity, future interests, covenants, easements, licenses, adverse possession, and Aboriginal title are among the topics that may be covered.  No laptops are permitted in class. Laptop use is discouraged and students are encouraged to take notes using pen and paper.

Evaluation
Written assignments (75%) and class participation (25%).  Class participation (25%, including 10% for ungraded writing assignments, 5% for in-class presentations, and 10% for normal in-class presentation), and three writing assignments (worth 15%, 25%, and 35% respectively).
Academic year
2024 - 2025

At a Glance

Both Terms
Credits
6

Enrolment

Maximum
30

30 JD

Schedule

First Term Schedule:
M: 11:00 am - 12:20 pm
W: 11:00 am - 12:20 pm

Second Term Schedule:
M: 3:30 - 5:00 pm
W: 11:00 am - 12:20 pm