litigation

1 topic · 3 sources

Common Legal Terms

A lawsuit; a legal action, including all proceedings therein.

US District Court - Northern District of NY — Pro Se Glossary of Common Legal Terms

A case, controversy, or lawsuit. Participants (plaintiffs and defendants) in lawsuits are called litigants.

Offices of the US Attorneys (USAO) — Justice 101 Legal Terms Glossary retrieved 2014-05-28
Administrative Office of the United States Courts — Understanding the Federal Courts