Viewpoint
/ˈvjuːpɔɪnt/
Definitions
- (n.) A perspective or position from which legal facts or issues are considered or argued.
The lawyer presented the case from a different viewpoint to highlight overlooked evidence.
- (n.) An official or authoritative stance expressed in legal opinions or judicial decisions.
The court's viewpoint clarified the application of statutory interpretation.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, 'viewpoint' may denote subjective angles or official positions; clarity about its use helps avoid ambiguity in argumentation.
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