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Simple English definitions for legal terms

steward

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A quick definition of steward:

Steward: A person who is appointed to take care of something or represent others. This can include overseeing contracts or handling business matters. In history, a steward could also have various powers, such as presiding over trials or managing a manor.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: A steward is a person who is appointed to take care of something or someone on behalf of another person or organization. This can include overseeing contracts, representing employees, or handling business matters.

Examples:

  • A union steward represents union employees and ensures that their contracts are being followed.
  • A steward of a manor handles the business matters of the manor, such as keeping court records and granting access to copyhold lands.
  • In history, a steward of all England was an officer with various powers, including presiding over the trial of peers.

These examples illustrate how a steward is someone who is entrusted with important responsibilities and duties on behalf of others. They are expected to act in the best interests of those they represent or serve, and to ensure that everything is being managed properly and fairly.

stevedore | Steward of Chiltern Hundreds

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guys. my notre dame address just went long is this good or bad
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Oooooo me too
23:37
omg is this good or bad
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23:47
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