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Wills, Trusts & Estates Prof Blog
Article: Constructive Trusts in Malaysia: A Methodological Reappraisal
Hang Wu Tang (Singapore Management University - School of Law) and Ying Khai Liew (University of Melbourne - Melbourne Law School) recently published, Constructive Trusts in Malaysia: A Methodological Reappraisal,…
Legal Profession Blog
Self Retention Does Not Preclude Compensation
The Maryland Appellate Court has held that an attorney trustee who retains himself as trust counsel is entitled to be paidThis appeal examines whether a trustee, who is also an…
Trust on Trial
Didn’t Stick the Landing: Despite Legal Artistry, You Still Can’t Amend a Trust with an Electronic Signature
Regular readers of this blog have already noted my particular enthusiasm for creativity in legal arguments. I am not a judge (Hi Judge Galvin!), but if I were, I would…
Wills, Trusts & Estates Prof Blog
Article: Bribes, Constructive Trusts, and the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002
Weiming Tan (National University of Singapore (NUS) - Faculty of Law) recently published, Bribes, Constructive Trusts, and the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002, 2024. Provided below is an Abstract: The…
Mile High Estate Planning
The Relationship Between the Cook Islands and New Zealand
By Blake Harris
The Cook Islands is one of the best jurisdictions in the world for protecting assets through trusts. If you’re considering using a Cook Islands Trust to protect your wealth, you…
Wills, Trusts & Estates Prof Blog
The Brady Bunch Breaks Down: Estate Fights Tear Stepfamilies Apart
Estate planning for blended families involves unique challenges and requires careful consideration to ensure fair treatment of all family members, especially children from previous marriages. Key strategies include setting up…
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Article: Characteristic Uses of Trusts: A Response to Bennett & Hofri
David Frydrych (Monash University - Faculty of Law) recently published, Characteristic Uses of Trusts: A Response to Bennett & Hofri, 2024. Provided below is an Abstract: In a recent article…
Wills, Trusts & Estates Prof Blog
Article: Characteristic Uses of Trusts: A Response to Bennett & Hofri
David Frydrych (Monash University - Faculty of Law) recently published, Characteristic Uses of Trusts: A Response to Bennett & Hofri, 2024. Provided below is an Abstract:In a recent article (OJLS…
Wills, Trusts & Estates Prof Blog
Article: Trusts Jurisdiction Clauses: An Analysis
Ying Khai Liew (University of Melbourne - Melbourne Law School), and Richard Garnett (University of Melbourne - Melbourne Law School) recently published, Trusts Jurisdiction Clauses: An Analysis, 2024. Provided below…
Texas Bar Blog
Sponsored Content: The Key to Maximizing Mineral Interests in a Trust
By Robert Turnbull, Mineral Manager at Argent
Mineral ownership is often fractionalized, creating a complex situation for attorneys working to protect their clients’ interests and maximize mineral values. It becomes further complicated when family members are not…