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A world-class judiciary utilizing innovation and technology for efficient service delivery.

Mission

To provide sound, timely judgements and efficient court services in an environment where all stakeholders are valued.

National Export-Import Bank of Jamaica Limited v Knockala Enterprised Limited, M.K. Holding Limited and Smellie, Patrick et al

Application for Summary Judgment - No dispute of fact – Whether Guarantor who signed as director of principal borrower privy to change of contract agreement – Whether liable in his capacity as Guarantor – Whether Consumer Protection Act applicable.

Tanner, Mary Elaine (Executrix of the Estate of Donald Tanner) v Brown, Karlene and Brown, Sophia et al

Probate  Executrix overseas-Locus standi to bring claim –Affidavit evidence- Whether hearsay and inadmissible- Whether equitable mortgage valid –Whether promissory note enforceable-Interpretation of promissory note-Whether “on or before” sufficiently certain- Whether promise made by testator prior to his death enforceable against estate – Whether debt discharged –Whether equitable mortgage enforceable against non-parties to the loan- Whether equitable mortgagors estopped- Undertaking-Whether attorney at law in breach.

Harris, Celestine v Harris, Henry

Matrimonial Property – Relationship commenced when parties were 16 and 18
years old respectively - Both participated In development of a pharmaceutical
business – Company – Unequal number of shares - Property purchased In
Husband’s sole name- Funds from company used to purchase property -
Common intention - Whether property beneficially owned jointly in equal shares.

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