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Glossary


We want to make it as easy as possible for you to do business with us.
We try and use plain english wherever we can.  Unfortunately the law
like any other industy has its own language and we can't always promise
that we won't be using words that are second nature to us, but may not
be second nature to you.

To help you find your way around the maze of legal terminology we've
provided you with a short glossary of some of the legal terms which you
are more likely to come across in our correspondence and documentation.

Our list, some of which is adapted from www.nolo.com is not exhaustive
as we have not intended to provide a detailed legal dictionary.  There are
a number of other excellent websites however which will assist you should
you need any further explanations beyond those in our glossary.

Click on the following link and you will find a legal dictionary which may not
keep you amused, but will keep you informed.

www.nolo.com

 

 

 

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

Hearing In the trial court context a legal proceeding held before a Judge or an Arbitrator. The hearing may relate to the final resolution of the dispute or resolution of side issues which occur whilst proceeding to final hearing which might relate to discovery, particulars, costs or adjournments.


Hearsay Rule A rule of evidence that prohibits the consideration of second hand testimony at a trial.


High Court The highest court in the Commonwealth of Australia which consists of seven Judges appointed by the Government of the day from time to time as and when retirements or resignations take effect. No all cases are dealt with by all seven Judges. In some cases the High Court will not consider an appeal unless it grants leave. In relation to some Commonwealth law the High Court has an original jurisdiction which means that a party can actually commence proceedings in the High Court rather than going to the High Court by way of an appeal.


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