Transnational Fiduciary Law

Fiduciary law is important in global capitalism, as it focuses on the pursuit of unconstrained self-interest and can be used to address private law matters, human rights, public corruption, and the rights of Indigenous Peoples. This book explores how fiduciary relationships and norms may settle or become unsettled transnationally, identifying complications and challenges.

Format: Hardback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 08 February 2024
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Fiduciary law holds significant importance on a global scale, particularly in the context of global capitalism. Its fundamental focus on the well-being of others provides a compelling response to the pursuit of unchecked self-interest in business and governmental interactions. This legal framework can potentially involve the exercise of both private and public power, raising important ethical considerations. Stakeholders have increasingly invoked fiduciary principles to address a wide range of issues, including traditional private law matters, the enforcement of human rights, the fight against public corruption, and the protection of the rights of Indigenous Peoples.

This book delves into the intricate processes through which conceptualizations of fiduciary relationships and fiduciary norms may (or may not) settle transnationally or become unsettled. It explores the challenges and complexities that arise when actors invoke fiduciary norms to address problems across borders, highlighting areas that fiduciary theorists often overlook. By examining these dynamics, the book offers valuable insights into the transnational convergence of fiduciary norms and their potential implications for global governance and social justice.

Moreover, this book is available as Open Access on Cambridge Core, ensuring widespread access to its insights and scholarship.

Weight: 630g
ISBN-13: 9781009310307