Trusts and Estates

Stake's Trusts and Estates casebook is a teaching tool for a basic course in trusts and estates, focusing on key cases and UPC provisions. It can be covered in a 3-hour course or supplemented with local law for a 4-hour course. It includes policy questions for class discussion.

Format: Hardback
Length: 883 pages
Publication date: 30 October 2022
Publisher: West Academic Publishing

Stake's Trusts and Estates casebook serves as a valuable teaching resource for a fundamental course in trusts and estates. While it may not prioritize the strict adherence to the decedent's intent above all other societal considerations, it offers a focused approach by emphasizing key cases and relevant provisions of the Uniform Probate Code (UPC). The book provides a concise summary of the subject matter, with fewer note cases than typical casebooks, aiming to facilitate a clearer understanding of the material for students. This narrower focus is intended to make the book more accessible and engaging, potentially surpassing some traditional casebooks in readability.

The book can be effectively covered in a 3-hour course, or it can be supplemented with local law to extend the coverage to a 4-hour course. In addition to the core content, the casebook includes a range of policy-related questions designed to stimulate class discussions. These questions cover various aspects of the UPC, including the justice and efficiency of its provisions, as well as the roles of courts and legislatures in shaping policy choices.

By presenting these thought-provoking questions, Stake's Trusts and Estates casebook encourages students to critically analyze and evaluate the legal principles and practices related to trusts and estates. It serves as a valuable tool for educators seeking to provide a comprehensive and engaging learning experience for their students in this field.

Dimension: 254 x 191 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781636599335
Edition number: 2 Revised edition