What is the ratio in Williams v Hensman?

Joint tenancy can be severed in three ways: by an act of any joint tenant acting upon his own share, by mutual agreement between the joint tenants, or by any course of dealing indicating the interests are treated as tenancy in common.

What did the court decide in Williams v Hensman?

The court established the three-part test for severance of joint tenancy that remains the foundation of English law on this topic.

Why is Williams v Hensman important for land law?

It provides the definitive framework for severance of joint tenancy that courts still apply today, making it essential for understanding co-ownership of land.

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