Referencing
/ˈrɛfərənsɪŋ/
Definitions
- (v.) The act of citing or alluding to a legal authority, document, or precedent in legal writing or argumentation.
The lawyer was referencing prior case law to support her motion.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, precise referencing is crucial for establishing authority and supporting arguments.
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