The 12th edition of James Penner’s book, The Law of Trusts, has been published by OUP

The Law of Trusts provides a concise, yet stimulating, approach to the core issues within trusts law. Combining perceptive analysis and thought-provoking commentary, James Penner skillfully engages with controversial issues, giving students an excellent grounding in what is considered to be a challenging subject. A comprehensive review of the book has ensured a sharp focus on the core content needed by students. The structure and chapter order have been fully revised for clarity and to further align with courses on the law of trusts: chapters have been reordered; three new chapters have been added; and the addition of Parts helps to further organise chapters.

The book has also been updated with new examples of the application of the law in lower court decisions, for example in developing the new treatments of massively discretionary trusts and bare trusts subject to contractual obligations or agent’s instructions.