Snell's Equity is published by Sweet & Maxwell.
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Acknowledged as the leading authority on equity, Snell deals with equitable principles and remedies, together with their application in trusts, probate and mortgages. Containing the most comprehensive coverage in this area, and frequently cited in court, it offers expert interpretation of the rules of equity and how they can be applied in different situations.
* Renowned for its clear discussion of how the complex rules of equity apply in practice
* Analyses the five ancient equitable doctrines of conversion, reconversion, election, performance and satisfaction
* Shows how they can be applied to solve clients' problems
* Examines recent developments, including the Trustee Act 2000 and important case law such as Twinsectra v. Yardley and Royal Bank of Scotland v. Etridge
* Includes new chapters on fiduciaries and on monetary claims and a completely restructured section on constructive and resulting trusts
REVIEWS
I would unhesitatingly recommend this work to all those involved in the mainstream of chancery practice.
Solicitors' Journal - of previous edition
The book is ... frequently cited by the courts... its clear layout and structure ensure that answers to specific problems can be found quickly.
Law Society's Gazette - of previous edition
One of the many virtues of Snell is that the reader can study a single section or chapter, and obtain a clear understanding of the whole of the area in question.
The Australian Law Journal March 2001 - of previous edition
...Snell remains a work of authority...for commercial or equity practitioners it is a worthwhile purchase.
The Australian Law Journal March 2001 - of previous edition