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Hi
I know a contract by deed doesn't require consideration.
Here we have a deed of pledge that opens with
My question is:
Would the contract fail for lack of consideration even though it's a deed - because consideration is mentioned?
Or does the reference to consideration just drop out, because a deed doesn't require it?
Thanks.
I know a contract by deed doesn't require consideration.
Here we have a deed of pledge that opens with
In consideration for the Company entering into the Primary Contract, Y pledges as security for X's obligations to the Company [goods pledged]
My question is:
Would the contract fail for lack of consideration even though it's a deed - because consideration is mentioned?
Or does the reference to consideration just drop out, because a deed doesn't require it?
Thanks.