Pre-Litigation Strategy

/ˌpriːˌlɪtɪˈɡeɪʃən ˈstrætədʒi/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A planned approach taken by parties to resolve disputes or claims before initiating formal legal proceedings.
    The lawyer advised a pre-litigation strategy to negotiate a settlement and avoid costly court battles.

Forms

  • pre-litigation strategy
  • pre-litigation strategies

Commentary

Pre-litigation strategy emphasizes early resolution, often incorporating negotiation or mediation to reduce time and expense associated with formal lawsuits.

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