Simple English definitions for legal terms
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Term: innotescimus
Definition: Innotescimus means "we make known" in Law Latin. It refers to a certification, in the form of letters patent, of a charter of feoffment or other instrument not filed of record. This term comes from the word of emphasis appearing at the end of the document. It is similar to the term exemplification.
Term: innovata lite dependente
Definition: Innovata lite dependente is a Law Latin term that refers to innovations during the pendency of a lawsuit. It means interference with something that is the subject of a lawsuit. It is similar to the term pendente lite.
Term: pendente lite
Definition: Pendente lite is a Latin term that means "while the action is pending." It refers to during the proceeding or litigation, in a manner contingent on the outcome of litigation. It is similar to the term lis pendens.
Term: pendente lite administration
Definition: Pendente lite administration refers to the administration of an estate during the pendency of a lawsuit. It is similar to the term administration pendente lite under administration.
Term: pendente processu
Definition: Pendente processu is a Law Latin term that refers to during the pendency of the process. It is similar to the term pendente lite.