Litigants

/ˈlɪtɪɡənts/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Parties involved in a lawsuit or legal dispute.
    The litigants presented their arguments before the judge.

Forms

  • litigant

Commentary

"Litigants" specifically refers to individuals or entities actively participating in litigation, either as plaintiffs or defendants.

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.

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