Substitutions
/ˌsʌbstɪˈtjuːʃənz/
Definitions
- (n.) The act or process of replacing one party, document, or element with another in a legal context.
The court approved the substitution of counsel for the defendant.
Forms
- substitution
Related terms
Commentary
In legal drafting, clarity about what is being substituted (party, document, or obligation) is crucial to avoid ambiguity.
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