Legal Definitions - atterminement

Atterminement refers to the act of either granting an extension of time for an obligation or action, or the setting of a specific deadline by which something must be completed.

• Example 1: Extension for a Financial Obligation

  A small business owner is facing unexpected cash flow challenges and requests an additional 45 days from their landlord to pay the monthly rent. If the landlord agrees to this request, they are granting an atterminement, providing an extension for the tenant to fulfill their financial obligation.

• Example 2: Setting a Deadline in a Legal Context

  In a court case, a judge issues an order requiring both the plaintiff and the defendant to submit all their final legal arguments and supporting documents by a specific date, such as December 15th. This judicial order, which fixes a precise time limit for a legal action, is an instance of atterminement.

• Example 3: Extension for a Contractual Project

  A software development company is building a new application for a client. During the project, they encounter unforeseen technical complexities that will delay completion. The company requests and receives an additional two weeks from the client beyond the original project deadline. This agreement to extend the project timeline is an example of atterminement.