Administrative Council

/ˌædmɪnɪˈstreɪtɪv ˈkaʊnsəl/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A governing or supervisory body responsible for overseeing the administration and general management of an organization or institution, often within legal, corporate, or governmental contexts.
    The administrative council approved the new regulatory compliance policies.

Forms

  • administrative councils

Commentary

The term usually denotes a formal committee with administrative authority distinct from operational management; clarity in defining its remit is key in legal documents.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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