In re Esteem Settlement v [1995] JLR 266 (14 September 1995)

In re Esteem Settlement v [1995] JLR 266 (14 September 1995)

Applications for directions involving sensitive financial information may be heard in camera and details suppressed to prevent prejudice.

Citation
[1995] JLR 266
Parties
Applicant: Esteem Settlement
Jurisdiction
Jersey
Judgment Date
14 September 1995
Procedural Posture
Application for Directions / Hearing
Outcome
Application granted
Legal Topics
Powers and Duties of Trustees, In Camera Hearings, Suppression of Sensitive Financial Details
Trusts Powers and Duties of Trustees In Camera Hearings Suppression of Sensitive Financial Details

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Parties

Esteem Settlement

Applicant

Procedural Posture

Application for Directions / Hearing

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether application for directions may be heard in camera to prevent prejudice from disclosure of sensitive financial details
  2. 2 Whether court may order non-publication of judgment and suppression of details in Act of Court

Ratio Decidendi

Applications for directions involving sensitive financial information may be heard in camera and details suppressed to prevent prejudice.

Court Disposition

Application granted

Orders

  • Application for directions to be heard in camera
  • Non-publication of judgment ordered