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- [Women's Rights Under Attack: Blame Parliament and the Lumbas of the World.](https://fsboateng.com/womens-rights-under-attack-blame-parliament-and-the-lumbas-of-the-world/) - A: IntroductionThe past few months have put women’s rights issues at the forefront of news bulletins in both traditional and social media. In July, the legendary Daddy Lumba died. His death provoked a spontaneous singing competition nationwide. People from all walks of life displayed their prowess in singing Lumba’s proverbs-laden songs that native Twi speakers
- [Girlfriend gifts: Can the man take back the gift when the love turns sour?](https://fsboateng.com/girlfriend-gifts-can-the-man-take-back-the-gift-when-the-love-turns-sour/) - It is interesting to note that married men being obsessed with their girlfriends is not a new phenomenon. They make every effort to take back gifts.....
- [Another banger! The latest book on Land Law: Principles, Conveyancing & Litigation](https://fsboateng.com/another-banger-the-latest-book-on-land-law-principles-conveyancing-litigation/) - This book is unlike any book on land law in Ghana. It is the first book that deals with all the three salient areas of land law.
- [Mastering How to Handle Land Cases in Court: A primer](https://fsboateng.com/mastering-how-to-handle-land-cases-in-court-a-primer/) - A: IntroductionThe issue of land litigation clogging our courts is an age-old canker. According to the Judicial Service’s “Analysis of Civil Cases & Criminal Offences for 2022/2023 Legal Year” Report, land cases continued to have a significant caseload with 3,744 new cases filed. However, the resolution rate was approximately 16.23%, indicating that a substantial number
- [Is the State misappropriating stool lands by law?](https://fsboateng.com/is-the-state-misappropriating-stool-lands-by-law/) - A: Introduction Under the current constitutional regime of the 4th Republic, every stool, skin, clan or family land is owned by the appropriate stool, skin, clan or family concerned. The State (or Government of Ghana) does not own stool, skin, clan or family land. In fact, it is unlawful to vest stool, skin, clan or family
- [In camera impeachment proceedings: Is it a sin? (Part 2) & Matters arising](https://fsboateng.com/in-camera-impeachment-proceedings-is-it-a-sin-part-2-matters-arising/) - A: Introduction “All professions are conspiracies against the laity.”George Bernard Shaw, The Doctor’s Dilemma (Floating Press, 2011) Whether those in the legal profession believe in Shaw’s aphorism as quoted above or not, the fact remains that the public believe we conspire against them - always. We use language they hardly understand. We create rules of procedure that
- [In camera impeachment proceedings: Is it a sin?](https://fsboateng.com/in-camera-impeachment-proceedings-is-it-a-sin/) - A: IntroductionThe past couple of months have proven themselves to be hectic. There has been a crash course for all citizens in Constitutional Law 101. The need for this urgent immersive course was mooted by a ‘constitutional crisis’ created after the announcement of possible impeachment proceedings against the Chief Justice of the Republic sometime in
- [Back with a bang! Welcome, GBA.](https://fsboateng.com/back-with-a-bang-welcome-gba/) - A: Introduction For anyone who is acquainted with the Anglican faith, 13th November is celebrated as the holy day of St. Monica.[1] St. Monica was the righteous woman who begat St. Augustine of Hippo. So one can imagine her reverence in Christendom. I was bred on the sprawling campus of St. Monica’s Schools Complex in Mampong,
- [When husband and wife own property together: What happens when one dies?](https://fsboateng.com/when-husband-and-wife-owned-property-together-what-happens-when-one-dies/) - A: IntroductionThe year 2020 has written its name in the annals of history. It was the year the whole world succumbed to the scourge of COVID-19. Who will ever forget the unforgettable ‘lockdown?’ The deserted streets. The dominance of nose masks. The everlasting hand sanitizers. As the world was reeling under the oppressive corona virus,
- [Setting impossible bail conditions: Progress or regress in the law?](https://fsboateng.com/setting-impossible-bail-conditions-progress-or-regress-in-the-law/) - A: Introduction When is the Prof. Mike Ocquaye Committee going to release its “ Why the NPP lost the 2024 general elections” report? May be, soon. May be, never. May be, it will be released but only for the consumption of the ‘big boys’ in the party. Same as O. K. Mensah-Bonsu’s version which -
- [Supremacy of Domestic Law in Investor-State Arbitration: Micheletti v Ghana in focus (Part I)](https://fsboateng.com/supremacy-of-domestic-law-in-investor-state-arbitration-micheletti-v-ghana-in-focus-part-i/) - BackgroundIn 2008, Ghana had the opportunity to showcase its glorious exploits in everything football to the world. We held a wonderful African Cup of Nations football tournament that will be remembered for many years to come. But it seems it is not only the beautiful display of football that will be enduring in our minds.
- [Supremacy of Domestic Law in Investor-State Arbitration: Micheletti v Ghana in focus (Part II)](https://fsboateng.com/supremacy-of-domestic-law-in-investor-state-arbitration-micheletti-v-ghana-in-focus-part-ii/) - Background This is the concluding part of the article, the first part of which was published last week. Kindly click on the link to read Part 1. (https://fsboateng.com/supremacy-of-domestic-law-in-investor-state-arbitration-micheletti-v-ghana-in-focus-part-i/) It may be recalled that sometime in 2023, a company known as Micheletti Co. Ltd. (simply called “Micheletti”) claimed $400,000 from Government of Ghana for breach
- [General Legal Council versus Social Media: Weeping over fake news?](https://fsboateng.com/111/) - A: Introduction Last Sunday, when I saw a publication to the effect that the General Legal Council (simply, “the Council” or “GLC”) was about to introduce a policy requiring lawyers to write examinations before their practicing licenses would be renewed, I believed it. I did not need to read the full story to believe
- [“The two faces of Natural Justice: Ex parte Dorgbadzi in retrospect”](https://fsboateng.com/the-two-faces-of-natural-justice-ex-parte-dorgbadzi-in-retrospect/) - A: IntroductionWhen Ghana’s rich Judiciary history from 1876 comes to be told in future, it will be truly rich. The story will not be complete without the novel and epoch-making appointment of University Law Professors onto the Supreme Court Bench in the early 2000s. That was during the Presidency of Mr. J. A Kufour. It
- [Promoting Intra-Ecowas & Cross-Border Trade: A Study on the Perspectives on Free Movement of Persons, Right of Residence & Establishment.](https://fsboateng.com/promoting-intra-ecowas-cross-border-trade-a-study-on-the-perspectives-on-free-movement-of-persons-right-of-residence-establishment/) - Harassment practices also hinder the implementation of this phase, including the numerous checkpoints on the various corridors, leading to unnecessary delays and extortion of monies from passengers and cargo drivers. In spite of ratifying the protocol which ushered in the free movement of persons in the sub-region, several border checks continue to exist.
- [The Conundrum of the Ubiquitous Solicitor’s License Saga: Has the Spectre Created by the Supreme Court Come to Haunt Pupils in Klu v Laryea?](https://fsboateng.com/the-conundrum-of-the-ubiquitous-solicitors-license-saga-has-the-spectre-created-by-the-supreme-court-come-to-haunt-pupils-in-klu-v-laryea/) - The question is, can such a person prepare deeds and documents, write letters, hold conferences with clients, prepare legal opinion and so on? It appears the answer to this question, from the Court of Appeal’s decision in Klu v Laryea, is in the negative. If that is the case, then what purpose is pupillage intended to serve in the legal profession?
- [Of Gaudy Earrings, Bare Arms and Revealed Cleavage: The Feminine Face of the ills of the Bar?](https://fsboateng.com/of-gaudy-earrings-bare-arms-and-revealed-cleavage-the-feminine-face-of-the-ills-of-the-bar/) - IntroductionLiterature-in-English was my favourite subject in both my O’ and A’ Level classes at St. Monica’s Secondary School in Asante-Mampong. Apart from the richness it added to one’s language, Literature-in-English also gave a vivid historical account of how people lived during various epochs of human civilization. I loved the African Writers Series but Shakespeare was
- [The Property Rights of Spouses in Ghana: Why the Eighth Parliament should bite the bullet and pass a bill to regulate it.](https://fsboateng.com/the-property-rights-of-spouses-in-ghana-why-the-eighth-parliament-should-bite-the-bullet-and-pass-a-bill-to-regulate-it/) - In the end, most househusbands are unable to develop or pursue any career of their own. In the event of death or divorce of the wife, the househusband may have to walk away empty-handed. Hence, the need for a property rights of spouses law to address these changing scenes of our social and economic lives.
- [The Rise & Fall of Fintech Start-up Companies In Africa: Why Africa Needs To Protect Her Own.](https://fsboateng.com/the-rise-fall-of-fintech-start-up-companies-in-africa-why-africa-needs-to-protect-her-own/) - As Africans, if we fail to protect and nurture our indigenous start-up fintech companies, we run the risk of losing the ownership and profits of the intellectual and innovative acumen of our youngsters to greedy globalists. We have sold our assets as raw materials to others for centuries and we are still caught in a quagmire of poverty. We do not need to make the same mistake with our technological know-how too.
- [The Fomena Phenomenon: A Concept in Courage of Conviction and other Life’s Lessons.](https://fsboateng.com/the-fomena-phenomenon-a-concept-in-courage-of-conviction-and-other-lifes-lessons/) - “Choose faith over fear and be courageous. When I think of someone who is tough, I also think of someone who has courage. People who persist have courage, because often it’s a lot easier to give up.” Donald Trump – “HOW TO GET RICH”.
- [The enhanced monetary value jurisdiction of the District and Circuit Courts in Ghana: How burdensome; how effective?](https://fsboateng.com/the-enhanced-monetary-value-jurisdiction-of-the-district-and-circuit-courts-in-ghana-how-burdensome-how-effective/) - IntroductionWhat a month December, 2020 was! Being an election month in an election year in Ghana, it was expectedly a very busy one. The 7th December, 2020 national parliamentary and presidential elections were like none other we have experienced in the Fourth Republic. Parliamentary seats were shared equally between the incumbent NPP and opposition NDC;
- [An Ode to Quadrennial Suffrage](https://fsboateng.com/an-ode-to-quadrennial-suffrage/) - Every four years to come, our right to vote we will exercise. This we shall do, till thy kingdom come. Will there be petitions in future? No one can tell for now. Will the returning officer speak? No one will ever know. But optimistic we must be, lest we create furrows in our brows
- [From whence cometh our help? The dilemma women face after their marriages are nullified.](https://fsboateng.com/from-whence-cometh-our-help-the-dilemma-women-face-after-their-marriages-are-nullified/) - IntroductionGhana, like most African countries, has a plural legal system whereby the Constitution recognizes our customary laws and usages, the common law and statutes passed by Parliament as part of our laws. Therefore, in addition to the formal laws passed by Parliament, the customary laws and practices of the traditional communities in Ghana are recognized,
- [Re: Akoto & 7 Others: Who are the “7 Others” and Why Should it Matter?](https://fsboateng.com/re-akoto-7-others-who-are-the-7-others-and-why-should-it-matter/) - Can we say in all sincerity that under the Fourth Republic, the Courts of Ghana have always risen to the occasion to save citizens by interpreting and enforcing laws fairly? Has our Parliament not passed laws that are oppressive of the citizens? Has the executive always lived above reproach?
- [The Death of a Profession?](https://fsboateng.com/the-death-of-a-profession/) - IntroductionA few days ago, I saw a video on social media of some men and women engaged in serious fisticuffs in what appeared to be the chamber of some Parliament. The dramatis personae were all adults of seemingly sound mind and when I read that the venue of that juvenile behaviour was allegedly the chamber
- [For better or for worse? New Changes introduced into the Court of Appeal and Supreme Court Rules.](https://fsboateng.com/for-better-or-for-worse-new-changes-introduced-into-the-court-of-appeal-and-supreme-court-rules/) - A: IntroductionOn 1st October, 2020, the Rules of Court Committee made certain changes in the rules of procedure that guide how appeals are filed and heard before the superior appellate courts, that is, the Court of Appeal and Supreme Court in Ghana. The Rules entered into force on 9th November, 2020. The new changes made,
- [The “additional judge” concept revisited.](https://fsboateng.com/the-additional-judge-concept-revisited/) - A: IntroductionThere are many procedures, processes and concepts that guide the administration of justice in most countries. The sources of these elements may be found in constitutions, statutes, legislative instruments and rules of procedure. Some may also come about by way of convention and usage. The main aim of these elements is to assure a
- [The Power of Perception and Perspective.](https://fsboateng.com/the-power-of-perception-and-perspective/) - Perception is what you interpret – it is your understanding of a given situation, person, or object. It is the meaning you assign to any given stimulus. Perspective is your point of view
- [Lands Commission puts its best foot forward: consolidates searches and goes digital.](https://fsboateng.com/lands-commission-puts-its-best-foot-forward-consolidates-searches-and-goes-digital/) - It may be recalled that when President Akufo-Addo inaugurated the new Greater Accra Regional Lands Commission recently, His Excellency charged the Commission to issue search reports within one month. It is our hope that the Lands Commission will prove equal to the task.
- [The Law and Politics of Natural Black Hair: Marghuy on my mind.](https://fsboateng.com/the-law-and-politics-of-natural-black-hair-marghuy-on-my-mind/) - There were no marches and bonfire nights in solidarity as was done for George Floyd. Ambassadors and High Commissioners did not ‘tweet’ their views and express their disgust as they do with LGBTQ and allied issues.
- [Great News! Bank of Ghana gives new directives to abolish unfair fees, charges and other practices in the Banking Sector.](https://fsboateng.com/great-news-bank-of-ghana-gives-new-directives-to-abolish-unfair-fees-charges-and-other-practices-in-the-banking-sector/) - It is refreshing to note that, Bank of Ghana has notified the public about the Bank’s concern with regards to the practice whereby banks and other financial institutions charge their customers unfair and inappropriate fees. Such practices, according to Bank of Ghana, tend to defeat the financial inclusion agenda and the need to protect customers’ interest
- [The doctrine of stare decisis puts on a fanciful new robe in Ex parte Opuni (No. 2)](https://fsboateng.com/the-doctrine-of-stare-decisis-puts-on-a-fanciful-new-robe-in-ex-parte-opuni-no-2/) - IntroductionThe Supreme Court has, in a four to three majority decision of its review panel, overturned its earlier three to two majority decision of the ordinary bench in Ex parte Opuni.[1] In the earlier decision, the Court granted an order of prohibition to restrain the trial judge in the criminal proceedings pending at the Hi₵
- [12 Strategies to Becoming the Happiest Lawyer Alive.](https://fsboateng.com/12-strategies-to-becoming-the-happiest-lawyer-alive/) - I remember a couple of years ago, a friend visited me at home around 7:20 p.m. After we chatted for several minutes, he asked where my children were and I said they are in their room getting ready to sleep. He was in shock. “How do you manage to get them into their room at 7:00 p.m. And stay there?
- [Cry Babies and Other Stories.](https://fsboateng.com/cry-babies-and-other-stories/) - “My Lord Temporal, there is a creeping development in our association, and if you do not intervene, all the great work you have been doing to preserve our hallowed traditions since you became the 26th will come to naught.” “Holy Mary, Mother of Jee-zaz! What could this unfathomable problem be? Haste me to know’t, that I, with wings as swift as meditation or the thoughts of love, may sweep to my, erm, action!”
- [Achieving speedy interlocutory appeals in civil cases: Lawyers and litigants’ dream.](https://fsboateng.com/achieving-speedy-interlocutory-appeals-in-civil-cases-lawyers-and-litigants-dream/) - It is said that there is no inherent right of appeal in any litigant. Appeals are created by statute. Therefore, any party in a case who is not satisfied with any decision made or order given by a court must appeal by strictly following the rules applicable to the court where the appeal is to be heard
- [An officer, a lady and diplomacy.](https://fsboateng.com/an-officer-a-lady-and-diplomacy/) - Considering that the IGP wears a perpetual picture-perfect smile, he might be a nice person as his smile seems to suggest. He does not come across as the smiling villain Shakespeare talks about in HAMLET. With some prepping in gender dynamics, he, and others of similar high stock, will do better the next time they find themselves in gendered situations.
- [Judgment creditors should not draw up entry of judgment: Did the Supreme Court go too far in Asamoah v S.I.C?](https://fsboateng.com/judgment-creditors-should-not-draw-up-entry-of-judgment-did-the-supreme-court-go-too-far-in-asamoah-v-s-i-c/) - . In my respectful view, a judgment-creditor, who discovers his error in filing such a vital process, should not be permitted to amend the process on his own motion without resort to the judicial process by invoking the court’s jurisdiction to correct the slip or omission through amendment with notice to the judgment-debtor who is the affected party
- [Private practice versus In-house: The dilemma of the new lawyer.](https://fsboateng.com/private-practice-versus-in-house-the-dilemma-of-the-new-lawyer/) - Some may even swear that their village legend has it that when they were born, strands of lawyers’ wig were found in their hair, signifying that their entry into the learned and noble profession had been ordained by the Omnipotent One himself.
- [ADR for ‘galamsey’: A curious proposition?](https://fsboateng.com/adr-for-galamsey-a-curious-proposition/) - Our youth prefer galamsey to education; galamsey proceeds are immediate and tangible. Not a day passes that the news media do not report on the negative impact galamsey is having on our country. It is submitted that, such a matter of national and public interest cannot be left to be ‘jaw-jawed’ at arbitration or mediation proceedings.
- [The second coming of Suspension, The Messiah.](https://fsboateng.com/the-second-coming-of-suspension-the-messiah/) - A: IntroductionDifferent people take their cases to court for different reasons. There are those who choose to go to court mainly to drag their opponents (mostly considered to be indigent) through the tedium of litigation. There are those who just relish the pleasure of waking up, getting dressed and declaring to their compatriots and neighbours
- [Exchanges, extensions and other nuisance.](https://fsboateng.com/exchanges-extensions-and-other-nuisance/) - A: IntroductionThat the savings appetite among Ghanaians is low is a known fact. In Ghana, the impounding of people’s property and assets during military regimes and the recent banking sector clean-up, which led to a vast majority of people losing their savings, has a significant impact on savings culture. Households and firms view conventional bank
- [Who will guard the guards themselves? - An appraisal of Springfield v BOST](https://fsboateng.com/who-will-guard-the-guards-themselves-an-appraisal-of-springfield-v-bost/) - A: Introduction“Open justice. The words express a principle at the heart of our system of justice and vital to the rule of law. The rule of law is a fine concept but fine words butter no parsnips. How is the rule of law itself to be policed? It is an age old question. Quis custodiet ipsos
- [Public Officials and Public Figures Suing for Defamation in Ghana: A Chilling Effect on Free Speech?](https://fsboateng.com/public-officials-and-public-figures-suing-for-defamation-in-ghana-a-chilling-effect-on-free-speech/) - A: IntroductionDefamation is a subject that sounds very common in the ears of many of our citizens. Not a day passes that we do not hear of one person or the other threatening to sue someone for defamation for ruining their reputation. Needless to say, Ghana still does not have a law on defamation.[1] For
- [A RED LETTER TO OUR SOLDIERS AND US](https://fsboateng.com/98/) - Introduction The vivid and horrifying pictures and videos of hundreds of able-bodied men stripped naked and being whipped by soldiers and shared on social and traditional media platforms incensed our collective consciousness. The soldiers, whose top hierarchy came out to defend such atrocious acts, have since gone back to barracks and we are back
- [Chill! Not everything a court says matters.](https://fsboateng.com/chill-not-everything-a-court-says-matters/) - A: IntroductionOne of the introductory courses in the study of law is Legal Systems & Legal Methods. At least, that was how the course was named when I encountered it some 30 years ago as a vibrant, wide-eyed (well, not literally) young lady with a set ambition: LL.B or suicide! Well, again, not literally but
- [It’s Kulendi; it’s Torkornoo: It’s a shame.](https://fsboateng.com/its-kulendi-its-torkonoo-its-a-shame/) - A: Introduction Story-telling is an integral part of the African identity. I had the pleasure of listening to ‘Kwaku Ananse’ stories from my mother at an early age. Being a teacher by profession, my mom was, and still is, one of the best story-tellers I know. When telling a story to my formative ear, she
- [A tale of two awards: The victors, the vanquished and the lessons learnt from Ghana and Nigeria’s recent arbitration cases](https://fsboateng.com/a-tale-of-two-awards-the-victors-the-vanquished-and-the-lessons-learnt-from-ghana-and-nigerias-recent-arbitration-cases/) - A: IntroductionMen have never cherished breasts as much as they did last month. Last month – October – marked breast cancer awareness month. This year’s had been exceptional in that, a great number of men were seen on social media platforms promoting awareness about the debilitating disease that has caused, and continue to cause, immense
- [When did Asante customary law on enstoolment of chiefs change?](https://fsboateng.com/when-did-asante-customary-law-on-enstoolment-of-chiefs-change/) - A: Introduction “I am the kingmaker of every stool in Asanteman – Otumfuo Osei-Tutu II.”[1] - - -Let’s face it. Some news headlines can be pretty irritating. As if certain journalists are in the running to win the ‘Fastest Fingers’ award, they rush to press the moment they hear of a story. They string together the
- [Angels Still Exist In This World: A Note of Gratitude](https://fsboateng.com/angels-still-exist-in-this-world-a-note-of-gratitude/) - In July 2023, I announced to the whole world that I was going to launch a book titled “The Handbook on Civil Procedure & Practice in Ghana.” Really, Francisca? We thought you were content with your PERSPECTIVES books (volumes 1, 2 and counting) and blog articles. Apparently not, fellas. By all projections – taking into
- [Harrassing the living through the dead: Are the courts complicit?](https://fsboateng.com/harrassing-the-living-through-the-dead-are-the-courts-complicit/) - A: IntroductionOn 6th May, 2011, at around some few minutes to 4 p.m, in the afternoon, I had the following conversation with a cousin:Cousin: Maame, we have brought Mommy’s body home. The undertakers are dressing her up and making her ready for viewing but some bailiff from High Court has come to serve Daddy with
- [Did the Supreme Court miss something in Ex parte Anas?](https://fsboateng.com/did-the-supreme-court-miss-something-in-ex-parte-anas/) - A: Introduction:The Supreme Court has given its ruling in the case of Ex parte Anas in a 3-2 majority decision. As one could well expect of any legal encounter involving Anas Aremeyaw Anas and Kennedy Agyapong, the case has received maximum press coverage and discussion on social media. The two protagonists are well-known individuals who
- [GBA elections - 2024: A dress rehearsal for national general elections?](https://fsboateng.com/gba-elections-2024-a-dress-rehearsal-for-national-general-elections/) - “Great minds discuss ideas; … small minds discuss people.” - Eleanor Roosevelt
- [The test Bimpong-Buta failed and Afenyo Markin passed.](https://fsboateng.com/the-test-bimpong-buta-failed-and-afenyo-markin-passed/) - I slowly leaned downwards on my right side from my seat. My right hand extended to reach my right high-heeled shoe. I silently and methodically unbuckled my shoe.
- [OF TOSSED TRIBUNALS, LOOTED LOTS AND SMILING STATUES](https://fsboateng.com/of-tossed-tribunals-looted-lots-and-smiling-statues/) - A: IntroductionThe New Year started on a high political pitch with the colourful inauguration of the new President. Many were those who were invited to grace the momentous occasion of the second coming of St. John in this millennium. If the cheers from the excited crowd was the yardstick for measuring popularity and admiration for
- [The ‘Ama Governor’ issue: The law is an ass, indeed.](https://fsboateng.com/the-ama-governor-issue-the-law-is-an-ass-indeed/) - The law is an ass. This is one of the most graphic expressions that stuck in my young, fresh and then-unadulterated mind when I heard it for the first time. I had then enrolled as a law student at the University of Ghana, Legon, exactly 30 years ago. I wondered why anyone will refer to the ‘law’ as an ass
- [Beyond impunity.](https://fsboateng.com/beyond-impunity/) - It is unclear what input, if any, was solicited from or made by the other parties in the cases before cameras were zoomed into their faces in open court. Be that as it may, it is the entire citizenry’s expectation that when the actors make time to review their performances on live TV, they will be fully satisfied with what they see.
- [Need For A Month’s Notice Before Suing For Legal Fees: Protecting The Poor’s Purse Or Tyranny Of Tradition?](https://fsboateng.com/need-for-a-months-notice-before-suing-for-legal-fees-protecting-the-poors-purse-or-tyranny-of-tradition/) - IntroductionThe Legal Profession Act of 1960 is the main statutory regime regulating the legal profession in Ghana. The Act provides that a lawyer who performs legal services for a client must issue a bill for the fees. The bill must inform the client the amount owed and any other terms and conditions of payment. The
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## Pages

- [Home](https://fsboateng.com/) - WELCOME TO F. S. BOATENG Francisca S. Boateng This is the official page of Francisca Serwaa Boateng. Senior Lawyer, Arbitrator, Notary Public, Legal Consultant, Author Francisca S. Boateng is a lawyer of over 25 years standing at the Bar. She has spent almost her entire law career in private law practice. She is the Founder &
- [Books](https://fsboateng.com/books-2/) - LAND LAW: PRINCIPLES| CONVEYANCING| LITIGATION (2025) THE HANDBOOK ON CIVIL JURISDICTION OF COURT OF APPEAL & SUPREME COURT (2024) THE HANDBOOK ON CIVIL PROCEDURE & PRACTICE IN GHANA (2023) PERSPECTIVES VOL. 1 PERSPECTIVES VOL. 2 PERSPECTIVES VOL. 3
- [Books - Land Law: Principles, Conveyancing, Litigation.](https://fsboateng.com/land-law-principles-conveyancing-litigation/) - Land Law : Principles I Conveyancing I Litigation ABOUT THE BOOKThis book – LAND LAW: PRINCIPLES, CONVEYANCING & LITIGATION - is unlike any other book on land law in Ghana. It is the first and only book that deals with all the three salient areas of land law; that is to say, the general principles
- [Activities](https://fsboateng.com/activities/) - The Launch of Land Law: Principles I Conveyancing I Litigations On 10th September, 2025, Francisca launched a new book titled "Land Law: Principles I Conveyancing I Litigation ABOUT THE BOOKThis book – LAND LAW: PRINCIPLES, CONVEYANCING & LITIGATION - is unlike any other book on land law in Ghana. It is the first and only
- [Books - Civil Jurisdiction of Court of Appeal & Supreme Court](https://fsboateng.com/books-civil-jurisdiction-of-court-of-appeal-supreme-court/) - The Handbook on Civil Jurisdiction of Court of Appeal & Supreme Court. About the bookThe essence of this book - THE HANDBOOK ON CIVIL JURISDICTION OF COURT OF APPEAL & SUPREME COURT – is to fill the void in the literature on the subject. The book takes the subject of civil procedure rules and practice
- [Books - Civil Procedure](https://fsboateng.com/books-clone/) - The Handbook on Civil Procedure & Practice in Ghana About the bookThis book is an indispensable and worthy companion. It is a single-source textbook that discusses everything the lawyer, judge, law student and lay client needs to know about the steps and procedure in civil litigation in the Circuit and High Courts. It is written
- [Books- Perspective Vol. 3](https://fsboateng.com/books-perspective-vol-3/) - PERSPECTIVES VOLUME 3 PERSPECTIVES 3 - ContentsPART A: SOCIO-ECONOMIC ISSUESChapter 1 A red letter to our soldiers and us.Chapter 2 Angels still exist in this world: A note of gratitude. PART B: THE LAW AND ITS PRACTICEChapter 3 Exchanges, extensions and other nuisance.Chapter 4 A tale of two awards: The victors, the
- [Books- Perspective Vol. 2](https://fsboateng.com/books-clone-perspective-vol-2/) - PERSPECTIVES VOLUME 2 PERSPECTIVES 2 - ContentsPART A: SOCIO-ECONOMIC ISSUESChapter 1: The elite and our democracy: Who will bell the cat?Chapter 2: Our new digital street names: Let’s do it right.Chapter 3: 10 reasons why you need a will today.Chapter 4: The best way to give property to others under your will.Chapter 5: It is now easier to
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