Essentials of Equity and Trusts Law

"It will give 'students' a complete introduction to the subject, and therefore a valuable foundation, as well as provide crucial background reading and an invaluable knowledge of the fundamental principles of the law of equity and trusts."    Christine Ocran, LLB, LLM, Barrister at Law (non-practising), Associate Lecturer - University of East London

"A mistake that many law textbooks make...is that they are written in too literary a style.  Sentences are too long and complex and a vocabularly is used that many modern students do not understand.  This book does not make that mistake.  It is easy to read and can be read swiftly."  Richard Clements LLB, LLM - Deputy Head of the School of Law - University of the West of England

This new textbook on Equity and Trusts Law has been specifically designed to cover all the main topics on undergraduate courses comprehensively but concisely. It offers a clear and accurate explanation of the law, presented in a systematic and logical order for learning and revision.  The book is exceptionally accessible to students new to the subject. 

Key features of this book include: A clear and accessible introduction to this often difficult to grasp subject, which maps well onto course syllabi Coverage of key contemporary cases and issues in the media to engage students' interest  Critical discussion and analysis to expose students to the key issues and debates in the subject Comparative approach examining developments from US and Commonwealth jurisdictions which allows students to reflect on UK perspectives within a global context   Coverage of the Law Commission’s Consultation Paper 179: Cohabitation: The Financial Consequences of  Relationship Breakdown. (2006).  Flow charts, diagrams, chapter summaries and guidelines on answering typical examination questions aid student understanding of complex topics Specimen documents on trusts allows students to see real examples of how trusts law is implemented in practice  Companion Website, at www.pearsoned.co.uk/duddington, containing exam and seminar activity sample questions, an online glossary, and annotated web links to sites of interest.  Bi annual updates are also provided to ensure that students can keep completely up to date with any major developments in this area of the law.

John Duddington is Head of the Law School at Worcester College of Technology, and has extensive teaching experience

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