Legal Terminology

Legal Terminology encompasses the specialized language of law, including Latin phrases, technical terms, and procedural vocabulary.

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Per Se
By itself. Something that is inherently or intrinsically wrong.
Nexus
Connection. A connection or link between parties or events.
Qua
In the capacity of. Acting in a particular role or capacity.
Ex Ante
Before the event. Based on forecasts or predictions before an event occurs.
Ipso Facto
By the fact itself. Something that occurs automatically by operation of law.
Inter Alia
Among other things.
Veni, Vidi, Vici
I came, I saw, I conquered. Used in legal context to describe a swift victory.
Sine Qua Non
Without which not. An indispensable condition or essential element.
Quasi
As if. Resembling but not actually.
Pro Rata
In proportion. Distribution according to a proportionate share.
Ad Infinitum
Without limit or end.
De Jure
Existing by right or according to law.
Pro Tanto
For so much. Partial satisfaction of a claim.
Status Quo
The state in which. The existing state of affairs.
Ex Officio
By virtue of office. Authority held due to one's official position.
Abrogate
To formally repeal or annul a law, regulation, or legal agreement.
Defendant
The person against whom a legal action is brought.
De Facto
Existing in fact, whether legally recognized or not.