Intervener
/ɪnˈtɜːrvɪnər/
Definitions
- (n.) A party who voluntarily joins ongoing litigation to protect their own interest without being initially named as a plaintiff or defendant.
The intervener provided additional evidence to support their claim during the trial.
Forms
- interveners
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Commentary
An intervener must usually obtain court permission or meet specific criteria to join a case; note the distinction from amicus curiae who offers information without becoming a party.
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