Legal Argumentation
/ˈliːɡəl ˌɑːrɡjʊmɛntˈeɪʃən/
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- (n.) The process of reasoning and presenting reasons in support of or against a legal position.
The lawyer's legal argumentation was crucial in persuading the court to rule in favor of the defendant.
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Legal argumentation involves both logical structuring and persuasive presentation; drafters should balance clarity with thoroughness to effectively convey the legal position.
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