Encyclopaedia of Forms and Precedents for Pleading and Practice, at Common Law, in Equity, and Under the Various Codes and Practice Acts, Vol. 17 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Thomas Edward O'brien

9780365257820: Encyclopaedia of Forms and Precedents for Pleading and Practice, at Common Law, in Equity, and Under the Various Codes and Practice Acts, Vol. 17 (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0365257826 ISBN 13: 9780365257820

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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This book explores the history of sequestration, a legal process used to compel compliance with court orders or decrees. The author traces the origins of sequestration to ancient Roman law and discusses its development in various legal systems over time. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the legal principles governing sequestration, including the grounds for its issuance, the procedures for obtaining a writ of sequestration, and the rights and liabilities of parties subject to sequestration. It also examines the use of sequestration in specific contexts, such as to enforce judgments, collect debts, and preserve property pending litigation. Through a detailed analysis of case law and scholarly commentary, the author offers a nuanced understanding of the complex issues surrounding sequestration, making this book an essential resource for legal practitioners, scholars, and anyone interested in the history and application of this important legal remedy.

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