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defect of substance

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A quick definition of defect of substance:

Defect of substance: A mistake in an important part of a legal paper, like leaving out something necessary. This is different from a defect of form, which is a mistake in how the paper looks.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: A defect of substance is a mistake or error in the essential part of a legal document. This can happen when an important term or detail is left out, making the document incomplete or invalid. It is different from a defect of form, which is a mistake in the way the document is written or presented.

Example: A contract for the sale of a car that does not include the make, model, or year of the vehicle would be considered a defect of substance. Without this information, the contract is incomplete and cannot be enforced.

Another example: A will that does not name any beneficiaries or heirs would also be a defect of substance. The purpose of a will is to distribute a person's assets after their death, and without naming beneficiaries, the will cannot fulfill this purpose.

These examples illustrate how a defect of substance can render a legal document invalid or unenforceable. It is important to carefully review and ensure that all essential details are included in any legal document to avoid such defects.

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shaquilleoatmeal
16:03
@babycat: 😘 see you in a bit, grind out those essays before you hop back on
shaquilleoatmeal
16:04
appreciate the non wink since you didn't appreciate it them then lol
babycat
16:06
I'll do it for you ;)
16:06
Tough to justify attending a law school where the admissions office does epic resistance political commentary at the info session
BulbasaurNoLikeCardio
16:07
making me feel jealous here wow, I am about to go taste test a bunch of deserts for our baby shower this weekend.
BulbasaurNoLikeCardio
16:07
@milktoast: what school got political at an info session?
shaquilleoatmeal
16:11
nothin to be jealous about, i've been trying to slide into babycats dms but shes got a long line I guess I gotta wait in to see if I can get in lmao
babycat
16:11
omg if you get into ASU they give you travel expense reimbursement to go there for a visit. does anyone know which other schools do this? I'd love to get a comped vacation
shaquilleoatmeal
16:12
think BU gives you $300 or somethin
ClassyPleasantHeron
16:12
Where is ASU getting this kind of $$$ from? They waive CAS fees too.
babycat
16:13
@shaquilleoatmeal: yeah but then you have to go to Boston :(
shaquilleoatmeal
16:14
uva too
shaquilleoatmeal
16:14
whats wrong w boston ;(
GOT PROMOTED YAY how do i tell law schools abt this?
like do i type up and separate doc and send as an attachment? how much do i write?
shaquilleoatmeal
16:15
@jackfrost11770: LFGGGG
TYYYYYY
shaquilleoatmeal
16:16
do any of your schools have updated sections in the portal? If so, i'd upload there, if not email. Small paragraph should do it id think
1a2b3c4d26z
16:16
Who wanna play some operation metro later on
1a2b3c4d26z
16:16
Congrats jack!
thank you!!
babycat
16:16
@jackfrost11770: personally I would submit an updated resume reflecting the new position instead of a paragraph but idk what SOP is
getting a bacon egg and cheese in celebration
1a2b3c4d26z
16:18
lfg baby you earned that
babycat
16:20
also congrats!! big win
initiallaw
16:23
congrats!!
:D
the big W is that i get reimbursed for travel now thank GOD
jack moving up in the world :)
i have a brother named jack, so whenever i see your name im marginally happier than normal
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