Definition A tenant's formal agreement to be a tenant of a new landlord. For example, if a previous landlord defaults and the property is foreclosed upon, the new owner may ask all tenants to sig [..]

In respect of a Pledge over goods or documentary intangibles, an agreement, typically by a third party, to hold the goods or documents for a creditor instead of a debtor. Provides the creditor with constructive possession of the goods or documentary intangibles and together with an intent to Pledge creates and perfects the Pledge.

Attornment means to agree to remain as a tenant of a new landlord after the transfer of ownership of the property. It also means to transfer money or goods to another.