Roman-Dutch law in modern South African succession law

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2014

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Ars Aequi

Abstract

Modern South African succession law adheres to many of the tenets of Roman-Dutch succession law, and present-day South African courts frequently invoke Roman-Dutch authority to address questions regarding contemporary succession law. This article explores the history and current significance of Roman-Dutch law in South African succession law.

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Succession law, Roman-Dutch law, South Africa

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Du Toi, F. (2014). Roman-Dutch law in modern South African succession law. Ars Aequi Maandblad, April: 278-285