Effectuation

/ɪˌfɛk.tʃuˈeɪ.ʃən/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The act or process of putting a legal right, duty, or condition into effect or operation.
    The effectuation of the contract terms depended on fulfilling all preliminary conditions.

Forms

  • effectuations

Commentary

Effectuation often implies a deliberate, formal process of bringing legal obligations or rights to practical operation, distinct from mere occurrence.

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