Law of Property Act 1925: Primary legislation governing transfer of property rights, defining legal estates and interests in land, and setting requirements for deed execution

Land Registration Act 2002: Sets out requirements for registration of property transfers, procedures for updating land registry records, and prescribed forms and requirements

Administration of Estates Act 1925: Establishes rules regarding inheritance, rights of surviving spouse, and property distribution upon death

Trustee Act 2000: Defines duties and powers of trustees, particularly relevant if property was held in trust

Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975: Provides rights of family members to claim against the estate and ensures adequate provision for dependants

HM Land Registry Requirements: Specifies practice guides, procedures, and form requirements for property registration and transfer

Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996: Governs situations where property was held as joint tenants or tenants in common, affecting the transfer process