Attitude
/ˈætɪˌtud/
Definitions
- (n.) A person's or party's mental position or stance regarding legal matters, often influencing actions or interpretations.
The court considered the defendant's attitude when assessing credibility.
- (n.) In property law, a non-vested interest or a state of mind necessary to create certain equitable rights.
The trustee’s attitude toward the beneficiary affected the execution of the trust.
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- attitude
- attitudes
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Commentary
In legal drafting, clarify whether 'attitude' refers to subjective mental stance or a more technical concept such as equitable interest to avoid ambiguity.
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