Opinion

The role of a Head of the Family in the grant of Letters of Administration, the position of the law

The requirement for the courts to grant LA even in the absence of an affidavit by the head of family…

7 months ago

Navigating alternative paths to parenthood: An overview of adoption in Ghana

Adopting a child is an emotional and legal journey that requires an investment of time and resources. Still,  the reward…

1 year ago

Of Maritime Law, Ship Arrests and the Law in Ghana

A party seeking the arrest had to show that the ship or goods belonged to the defendant and were within…

1 year ago

Three note-worthy implications in Derrick Adu-Gyamfi vs The Attorney-General

Supreme Court of Ghana via Edwin Anankpieng Striking a balance between public interest and individual rights under the 1992 Constitution…

1 year ago

A Clash of Two Legal Cultures

Prior to the advent of colonialism, the sole legal tradition of sub-Saharan Africa, including the Gold Coast, was what is…

1 year ago

Is A Wife Allowed To Divorce Her Husband On Grounds Of Adultery in a Customary Law Marriage?

Although a man may lawfully marry several wives, a woman cannot at the same time have more than one husband.…

1 year ago

4 Consequential Judgements From Our Superior Courts In 2023

The Superior Courts of Ghana consists of the Supreme Court, Court of Appeal and the High Court. Source: The Presidency…

1 year ago

The 21st century Lawyer: Who is he/she? A Social Engineer or a Bussinessman?

A striking feature of a lawyer’s regalia is a triangular piece of pocket  attached to the back left shoulder of a…

1 year ago

PUPILLAGE 101: What I wish I knew

via Twenty one photography In any profession, practical or field training is a critical undertaking for the development of the…

1 year ago