Legal Guidance
/ˈliːɡəl ˈɡaɪdəns/
Definitions
- (n.) Advice or recommendations provided to a person or entity regarding legal rights, obligations, and risks.
The attorney offered legal guidance on complying with new regulations.
- (n.) Non-binding interpretive advice issued by regulatory agencies or legal authorities to clarify laws or regulations.
The agency's legal guidance helped businesses understand tax compliance.
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Commentary
Legal guidance may be formal or informal and does not always have the binding effect of legal advice given by a lawyer directly to a client.
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.