Statute Of Frauds

Question 1

Who signs ?

Answer 1

A writing signed against the party to be discharged they must have singed it

A contract subject to the Statute Of Frauds such as a contract for the sale of land , must be in writing and signed by the party against who enforcement is sought (if SOF is unenforceable then no damages)

Question 2

MY LEGS

Answer 2

Marriages, Year Contracts (over a year must be in writing), Land Sales, Executors, Goods over $500 and Surety

Question 3

Essay Attack

Answer 3

1. Determine whether the Statute of Frauds applies to the contract.( MYLEGS)
2. Analyze whether the Statute of Frauds requirements are met. Has the Statute of Frauds been satisfied? Writing signed by the party who enforcement is discharged against
3. If the requirements are not met. Do any exceptions apply?