Legal Review
/ˈliːɡəl rɪˈvjuː/
Definitions
- (n.) A systematic examination of a document, action, or decision to ensure compliance with law or legal standards.
The contract underwent a thorough legal review before signing.
- (n.) Judicial examination of the actions or decisions of administrative agencies to determine their legality.
The court conducted a legal review of the agency’s ruling to verify it complied with statutory authority.
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Commentary
Legal review often refers both to preemptive checks on documents or actions and to judicial scrutiny of governmental decisions, distinguished by context.
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