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NeCede's

Maxim 1.5.228

The grant of a right comes to an end on the termination of the right of the grantor.

Resoluto jure concedentis resolvitur jus concessum.

Source: Mackeld. 179; Jackson Difficulty 2/5 — Approachable

Explanation

A grant cannot outlive the grantor’s own interest — when the grantor’s right expires, the grantee’s derivative right expires with it.

Where this applies

  • A landlord's interest in the property terminates, and the tenant's sublease falls with it.
  • A licensor loses their rights and the licensee's permission expires too.

Legal domains

Cite this maxim

NeCede Max. 1.5.228 — The grant of a right comes to an end on the termination of the right of the grantor. — Mackeld. 179; Jackson (Resoluto jure concedentis resolvitur jus concessum.)

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