Short Form

/ˈʃɔrt fɔrm/

Definitions

  1. (n.) An abbreviated or condensed version of a legal document or form, used to streamline procedural or administrative processes.
    The parties executed a short form agreement to expedite the transaction.

Forms

  • short forms

Commentary

Short forms are often used to reduce complexity and save time, but care must be taken to ensure that key legal terms and obligations are not omitted.

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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