The Law of Trusts

This is a major new reference work on the law of trusts, providing comprehensive coverage of both the general principles and the application of trust law in specific areas of legal practice.

The book is helpfully split into two parts along these lines: Part One considers the general principles involved and includes coverage of: all aspects of express private trusts; the duties and powers of trustees; the variation of trusts; trusts implied by law; and breach of trusts. Part Two puts the general principles to work by covering key practice areas including: insolvency; private client trusts; international trusts; pension funds; financial transactions; commercial transactions; and trusts of land. This is a substantial work written by expert academics who also have experience of practice, supported by contributions from key specialists.

Geraint Thomas is Professor of Equity and Property Law at Queen Mary, University of London. He practised at the Chancery Bar for over 20 years (specializing in all aspects of the law of trusts) and is joint editor of International Trusts Law. Alastair Hudson is Professor in Equity and Law at Queen Mary, University of London. He has previously held the position of Lecturer in Law at King's College London and is joint editor of Palmer's Company Law.