Understanding the law as it treats husbands and wives after the Married Women’s Property Acts .
This concise, authoritative guide explains how the latest reforms distinguish spouses as separate persons with independent rights.
This edition presents the old framework beside the new rules, helping readers grasp how property, debts, and conduct between spouses are now viewed. It covers the changes made by the Married Women’s Property Act of 1882, the role of trustees, and how the appendix of statutes interacts with practical rights and duties.
- How a wife’s separate estate affects ownership and devolution.
- What contracts between husband and wife look like now and how they bind property.
- How liabilities, credits, and administration work when a wife or husband becomes a party to a matter.
- Where to find the statutory framework, notes, and key cases that illustrate the law in action.
Ideal for students, practitioners, and readers seeking clear guidance on 19th‑century reform and its practical impact on married life.