LAW QUERIES.
[Answered by a solicitor of the Papreme Court of New Zealand. Letters and Telegrams must be addressed to “LLX,” c/o Editor, Otago Witness, Dunedin.] Jake.—(l) A is legally entitled to the freehold property. (2) The property cannot be sold by the son. (3) It is doubtful if A could claim rent now, but he could terminate the tenancy on one month’s notice. The whole arrangements in regard to the matter are very vague and loose, and the son should have a proper agreement with A in regard to the occupancy of the freehold premises owned by A. Jean.—lf one of your animals jumped the fence into your neighbour’s paddock, he is not liable for removing your animals in the manner indicated in your letter. Inquirer.—(l) The solicitor’s fee for preparing the transfer would be £5 os. In addition to tliis amount you will require to pay Government fees and the solicitor’s out-of-pocket expenses. (2) The solicitor’s fee for preparing the assignment is £3 3s. Legacy.—Acru are entitled to interest on the legacy. You should immediately appoint an attorney in England to collect the money for you. You should, withort delay, see your solicitor in regard to the matter.
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Otago Witness, Issue 3489, 25 January 1921, Page 39
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200LAW QUERIES. Otago Witness, Issue 3489, 25 January 1921, Page 39
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