Best Practices

/ˌbɛst ˈpræktɪsɪz/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Established and authoritative guidelines or procedures widely accepted in law and legal practice as most effective and ethical standards of conduct.
    Law firms adopt best practices to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Forms

  • best practice

Commentary

Best practices often evolve from case law, regulatory policies, and professional norms, serving as benchmarks for evaluating conduct in legal contexts.

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