This Practice Note provides guidance on case law in relation to claims under the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996 (TOLATA 1996), including the leading decisions in Stack v Dowden and Jones v Kernott. It also considers case law regarding the welfare of any minor and the interests of any secured creditor of any Beneficiary.

See also Practice Note: Eligibility to apply under TOLATA 1996, as to relevant matters for the court and the court's powers.

In relation to practice and procedure, see Practice Notes:

1. •

   TOLATA 1996—Pre-action matters

2. •

   TOLATA 1996—when to issue in the County Court and when to issue in the High Court

3. •

   TOLATA 1996—when to use Part 7 and when to use Part 8

4. •

   TOLATA 1996—procedure

5. •

   TOLATA 1996—Part 36 offers