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Mr. Marshall Davis,
2 credits day; 2 credits evening. The Conveyancing and Mortgage Law course as taught by
Professor Davis is primarily taught through a lecture format with occasional in class group
problem solving. The course attempts to balance the academic (i.e. the study of specific cases
and statutes) with the practical (e.g. analysis of the negotiation process involved in Offers to
Purchase, Purchase and Sale Agreements, etc.), There is particular emphasis on real world
application of the course content. There is a closed book final exam which typically consists of
between 10 and 15 short essay type questions covering most of the course topics. Although class
participation is not graded, it is strongly encouraged, as the class and the teacher benefit from
student involvement. The last class is generally devoted to the final exam and several sample
exam questions are typically offered for class discussion. A study guide outline is provided to the
class members at that time so to assist them in focusing their study for the final exam.
This course will examine particular aspects of conveyancing (the transfer of ownership of real
estate) in a transactional context. The select topics will be covered include: a conveyancing
attorney's professional responsibility; the offer to purchase; the purchase and sale agreement;
title examination; land registration; title insurance; adverse possession; easements; restrictions;
zoning and subdivision; condominiums and cooperatives; mortgage financing and closings.
Registration for both Conveyancing and Mortgages, and Real Estate Mortgages Law and
Conveyancing is prohibited.
Elective Course
Recommended for the Mass Bar
Final Exam Required
Conveyancing and Mortgage Law