Legal Ontology
/ˈliːɡəl ɒnˈtɒlədʒi/
Definitions
- (n.) A structured framework that defines and categorizes legal concepts and relationships to enable formal reasoning and analysis in law.
The legal ontology was used to model contractual relationships for the AI system.
- (n.) An interdisciplinary study combining law, logic, and computer science to represent legal knowledge formally.
Legal ontology assists in automating compliance checking through precise legal knowledge representation.
Forms
- legal ontologies
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Commentary
Legal ontology is pivotal for legal informatics and AI, facilitating consistent interpretation of complex legal notions through formalized conceptual structures.
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.