Styles
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- (n.) The formal name or title by which a legal action or proceeding is known, often reflecting the parties involved.
The styles of the case must be correctly stated on all court documents.
- (n.) The manner or form of address or title used officially for a person, office, or entity in legal documents or proceedings.
The judge was referred to by the appropriate styles in the court order.
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In legal drafting, "styles" typically refers to formal case names or titles, essential for proper identification and citation of cases.
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