Representation of Jasmine Trustees [2018]JRC210
In a recent decision, arising out of a long running family
dispute concerning two trusts (the trusts), the Royal Court made a
number of notable findings regarding the scope and effect of undue
influence in a trusts context.
Background
The Trusts, which were established principally for the benefit
of the family of a wealthy businessman, have been the subject of
long running litigation owing to a breakdown in relationship
between the father and daughter.
The most recent decision arose out of an attempt, by the
settlors of the trusts, to exercise their power to revoke the
trusts by serving notices of revocation on the trustees of each
trust (the revocation notices). The trustee was concerned about
these actions and so petitioned the Royal Court for directions.
