Federal Bank of Middle East Limited v Hadkinson and others: CA 22 Apr 1999

A party subject to an asset freezing order could not transfer assets legally in his name even where he had no beneficial interest, but must apply to court. A party in contempt should be encouraged to apply if necessary to ensure compliance.

Citations:

Times 28-May-1999, Gazette 16-Jun-1999, [1999] EWCA Civ 1232

Jurisdiction:

England and Wales

Contempt of Court, Litigation Practice

Updated: 30 May 2022; Ref: scu.146147