Pilot Project

/ˈpaɪlət ˈprɒdʒɛkt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A preliminary, small-scale initiative undertaken to test the feasibility, duration, cost, and risks of a legal strategy, policy, or program before full implementation.
    The law firm launched a pilot project to evaluate the new case management software on a limited basis.

Forms

  • pilot projects

Commentary

Use 'pilot project' in legal contexts to describe trial implementations aimed at assessing impacts before committing to broader legal or policy changes.

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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