Party Status
/ˈpɑːrti ˈsteɪtəs/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal status that defines a person's or entity’s capacity to participate in a legal proceeding with recognized rights and obligations.
The court must determine the party status of each individual before allowing them to file motions.
- (n.) Recognition granted to a party in litigation allowing them to sue or be sued, or to appeal a decision.
Granting party status to the intervenor enables them to present evidence in the case.
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- party status
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Commentary
Party status is crucial in litigation to delineate who may actively engage in the process; careful drafting ensures clarity on rights and obligations associated with such status.
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