Equity & Trusts

The most engaging and student-focused text, cases, and materials on equity, providing an authoritative account in a single volume.Paul Davies and Graham Virgo provide a comprehensive guide to trusts and equity in a single volume. Drawing on a judiciously balanced selection of case extracts, journal articles, and academic writing, Davies and Virgo present their authoritative commentary on the law with clarity and rigour.Key features:- An expertly selected range of legal extracts is complemented by unparalleled author commentary, providing clear explanation and analysis of the legal principles behind key decisions in a single volume- Further reading and extensive footnotes encourage students to think critically around the subject and develop relevant research skills- 'Central Issues' listed at the start of chapters outline the key topics covered and help students build a conceptual understanding of the subject- Scenario-based questions posed at the end of chapters frame the law in its practical context while giving students an opportunity to assess their own level of understandingNew to this edition:Fully updated to incorporate developments in the law and recent case law including Guest v Guest [2022] (proprietary estoppel), Byers v Saudi National Bank [2023] (knowing receipt), Butler-Sloss v Charity Commission for England and Wales [2022] (ethical investment), Group Seven Ltd. v Notable Services LLP [2019] (dishonest assistance), Grand View Private Trust Co Ltd. v Wen-Young Wong [2022] (improper purpose), Attorney General v Zedra Fidcuiary Services (UK) Ltd. [2023] (cy-près), Prickly Bay Waterside Ltd. v British American Insurance Co Ltd. (Quistclose trust), Children's Investment Fund Foundation (UK) v Attorney General [2020] (charities and fiduciaries); Frenkel v LA Micro Group (UK) Ltd. [2024] (formalities and vendor purchaser constructive trust), Hudson v Hathway [2023] (common intention constructive trust).Digital formats and resources:The 4th edition is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats: the e-book and Law Trove offer a mobile experience and convenient access.For more information about e-books, please visit www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/ebooks