Legal Maneuver
/ˈliːɡəl məˈnuːvər/
Definitions
- (n.) A strategic action taken within legal boundaries to gain advantage or influence the outcome of a case or negotiation.
The lawyer employed a legal maneuver to delay the trial.
Forms
- legal maneuver
- legal maneuvers
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Commentary
Legal maneuvers often involve exploiting procedural rules; careful drafting ensures clarity over permissible tactics.
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