Legal Definitions - Court of Appeal in Chancery

Court of Appeal in Chancery

The Court of Appeal in Chancery was an English court that heard appeals in equity cases. It was created in 1851 and was abolished in 1873-1875. Its jurisdiction was then transferred to the Court of Appeal.

One example of a case that would have been heard by the Court of Appeal in Chancery is a dispute over the ownership of a piece of land. Another example is a disagreement between business partners over the distribution of profits.

These examples illustrate how the Court of Appeal in Chancery dealt with cases that involved equitable issues, such as property rights and business disputes. The court was responsible for reviewing decisions made by lower courts and ensuring that they were fair and just.