What is the ratio in Goodman v Gallant?

An express declaration of beneficial joint tenancy in a conveyance cannot be severed by subsequent conduct alone without written evidence of agreement to sever under LPA 1925 s.36(2).

What did the court decide in Goodman v Gallant?

The Court of Appeal held that the express joint tenancy declaration could not be severed by the parties' conduct, so the property passed by survivorship.

Why is Goodman v Gallant important for land law?

It significantly restricts the Williams v Hensman severance principles where there is an express declaration, emphasizing the need for written evidence in modern conveyancing.

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