Program Summary
Private property law focuses on the legal principles surrounding the ownership, use, and transfer of property between individuals or entities. It encompasses a variety of topics, including the creation, transfer, and protection of rights to real and personal property. This area of law deals with the rights of individuals to possess, control, and dispose of property, whether it is land, buildings, or movable goods. The course typically explores concepts such as possession, title, and the nature of property rights, addressing how these rights are recognized and enforced by law. Students also examine the rules governing the buying, selling, leasing, and inheritance of property, as well as how disputes over ownership and use are resolved. The course may include an analysis of different property regimes, such as common law, civil law, and statutory frameworks that govern property transactions and conflicts.