Insert

/ˈɪnsɜːrt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A provision added to a legal document, contract, or statute as an addition or amendment.
    The attorney proposed an insert to clarify the liability clause.
  2. (v.) To add a provision, clause, or text into a legal document, contract, or statute.
    The drafter inserted a non-compete clause into the agreement.

Forms

  • inserts
  • inserted
  • inserting

Commentary

In legal drafting, inserts are distinct from amendments in that inserts are directly added text or clauses rather than replacements or deletions.

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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