Condition Subsequent
/ˈkɒndɪʃən ˈsʌbsɪkwənt/
Definitions
- (n.) A contractual or legal provision that terminates or modifies an estate, interest, or obligation upon the occurrence of a specified future event.
The tenant's lease was voided under the condition subsequent that prohibited subleasing.
Forms
- condition subsequents
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Commentary
Unlike a condition precedent, a condition subsequent discharges obligations or interests after they have arisen, emphasizing the importance of precise event specification in drafting.
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