Motion to Appear
/ˈmoʊʃən tuː əˈpɪr/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal request filed with the court indicating a party's intent to appear or participate in a legal proceeding.
The attorney filed a motion to appear before the court to represent the client.
Forms
- motion to appears
- motions to appear
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Commentary
A motion to appear is often used when a party is not originally named in the case but seeks to enter the proceedings formally.
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