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Dispute over Jack B Yeats art works goes to mediation

Summary

A High Court dispute regarding the upkeep of art works, including pieces by Jack B Yeats, has been adjourned to a date after the Easter holidays. The action was brought by solicitor Brian Baily, an executor of the late Hugh James Tunney, and Tunney' Estates, the beneficial owner of the items. The defendants, Ms Caroline Devine, who claims she was Mr Tunney's partner, denies any wrongdoing. The plaintiffs seek injunctions for the possession of valuable paintings and orders preventing Ms Devine from carrying out works at the property where the items are kept without consent. They also seek possession of the property itself. The plaintiffs allege that the items are at risk due to the damp condition of the property and potential theft, and claim Ms Devine has obstructed their access. The case, which commenced last month, was heard before Mr Justice Senan Allen. The judge was informed that the parties have agreed to proceed to mediation, scheduled for early next month. With the consent of both parties, the court adjourned the case to a date after the Easter holidays. The High Court had previously granted the applicants permission to serve short notice of the injunction proceedings. The matter was adjourned after lawyers representing Ms Devine gave certain undertakings to the court.

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What: Report matter: Dispute over Jack B Yeats art works goes to mediation. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision

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• 2021-03-25 Publication

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