Legal Certification
/ˈliːɡəl ˌsɜːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The formal attestation by a competent authority that a document, process, or person meets specific legal requirements or standards.
The attorney obtained legal certification to validate the contract's authenticity.
- (n.) The authorization granted to a professional to practice law or a particular legal function.
She received legal certification before opening her own law firm.
Forms
- legal certification
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Commentary
Legal certification often requires verification against statutory or regulatory criteria and may vary between jurisdictions; precision in defining scope is important in legal drafting.
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.