Pre-Trial Conference
/ˌpriːˈtraɪəl ˈkɒnfərəns/
Definitions
- (n.) A court-ordered meeting before trial to discuss case management, clarify issues, and explore settlement options.
The judge scheduled a pre-trial conference to streamline the upcoming litigation.
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- pre-trial conference
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Commentary
Pre-trial conferences help reduce delays and promote judicial efficiency by resolving procedural and substantive issues prior to trial.
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