Intervenor
/ˌɪntərˈviːnər/
Definitions
- (n.) A third party who voluntarily enters an ongoing lawsuit to protect their own interests.
The court allowed the intervenor to join the case to defend their property rights.
- (n.) A party allowed by the court to become part of litigation even though not originally named, to assert claims or defenses related to the subject matter.
As an intervenor, the environmental group presented evidence supporting stricter regulations.
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- intervenors
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Commentary
Intervenors must demonstrate an interest related to the litigation and obtain court permission; they differ from amicus curiae, who advise without party status.
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