Law of Property Act 1925: Primary legislation defining estates in land, their characteristics, and requirements for legal documentation. Regulates the creation and termination of property interests.

Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996: Governs trusts of land and trustee powers, particularly relevant if the life estate was created as part of a trust arrangement.

Land Registration Act 2002: Sets out requirements for registration of interests in land, procedures for updating the land register, and relevant forms for the Land Registry.

Wills Act 1837: Relevant if life estate was created by will; covers interpretation of will provisions and requirements for proving death of life tenant.

Civil Evidence Act 1995: Establishes requirements for sworn statements and standards for documentary evidence in civil proceedings.

Commissioner for Oaths Act 1889: Details requirements for proper execution of affidavits and defines the role and powers of commissioners for oaths.

Common Law Principles: Established case law and principles regarding life estates, their creation, operation, and termination.

HM Land Registry Guidelines: Practice guidelines and requirements for registering changes to property interests and updating land records.

Death Certification Requirements: Legal requirements for proving death of life tenant through official documentation such as death certificates.

Remainderman Rights: Legal principles and requirements concerning the rights of those entitled to the property after the termination of the life estate.