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The role of a Head of the Family in the grant of Letters of Administration, the position of the law
To administer the deceased’s estate, one must apply for Letters of Administration (LA)
Navigating alternative paths to parenthood: An overview of adoption in Ghana
When adoption occurs, the child becomes a full member of the adoptive parents and no longer retains any legal ties…
Of Maritime Law, Ship Arrests and the Law in Ghana
When it comes to maritime actions, things are a little different
Three note-worthy implications in Derrick Adu-Gyamfi vs The Attorney-General
Striking a balance between public interest and individual rights under the 1992 Constitution of Ghana is a herculean task for…
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…
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.…
4 Consequential Judgements From Our Superior Courts In 2023
In 2023, the Superior Courts delivered significant Judgements on a wide range of issues. The judgements span substantive law, procedural…
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…
PUPILLAGE 101: What I wish I knew
In any profession, practical or field training is a critical undertaking for the development of the requisite skill-sets for the…
