Woodard v Woodard [1995] 3 All ER 980

Charity Law Update: Responsible giving

Peter Steer and Sarah Clune review recent developments in third sector law ‘Prudence is perhaps a rather old fashioned virtue, but it should make trustees stop and think whether what they have cleverly structured or who they are involved with is really in the best interests of the charity, or themselves.’ This article is a …

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Donatio Mortis Causa: In contemplation of death

Vallee v Birchwood clarifies the doctrine of donatio mortis causa. Jennifer Lee explains ‘The definition of mortis causa has been refined over the years by the common law and its scope construed more strictly, underpinned by a judicial unease about the nature of this type of gifts.’ This article aims to provide a short overview …

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