Head
/hɛd/
Definitions
- (n.) A principal or chief officer, such as the head of a department or organization under legal governance.
The head of compliance ensured the company adhered to all regulations.
- (n.) The top or leading part of a legal document or contract containing summary or introductory information.
The head of the contract outlined the parties involved and the contract's purpose.
- (n.) The leading or chief person in charge of a governmental or legal entity.
The head of state has various constitutional powers and responsibilities.
- (v.) To be at the top or lead; to direct or preside over, often in a legal or organizational context.
She heads the legal team in significant litigation matters.
Commentary
In legal drafting, 'head' often appears as a title or summary label rather than substantive text; distinguish between its use as a role (person) and as document terminology.