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utilis

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A quick definition of utilis:

UTILIS: A fancy word from Latin that means something is helpful or fair. In olden times, people used it to talk about a fair way to solve a problem. For example, they might use the phrase "equitable action" to mean a fair way to solve a disagreement.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: Utilis (yoo-tə-lis) is a Latin term used in civil law to describe something that is useful, beneficial, or equitable.

Example: Actio utilis (ak-shee-oh yoo-tə-lis) is a phrase that means "equitable action." This refers to a legal action that is fair and just for all parties involved.

Explanation: The term utilis is used in civil law to describe something that is beneficial or fair. In the example given, actio utilis refers to a legal action that is equitable, meaning it is fair and just for all parties involved. This term is important in civil law because it ensures that legal actions are conducted in a way that is fair and just for everyone.

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sadpadresfan

13:14

^

sadpadresfan

13:14

KJD 🗑️ squad

ImpartialLion

13:15

Maybe a fulbright alone isnt insanity, but pairing it with several first author pubs is sick

sadpadresfan

13:15

Besides lion ur killin jt

texaslawhopefully

13:15

yeah half tuition at CLS is fantastic

ImpartialLion

13:16

Thank you! But lowkey my page a lil fake. Withdrew from UChi after missing the II and the fact my future wife wants to leave the midwest anyways (i cant lie its mainly the first reason tho)

sadpadresfan

13:16

UChi didn’t inv u but you hit cls w half

sadpadresfan

13:16

That’s crazy haha

ImpartialLion

13:17

Honestly no clue. I missed NU waves too. Quite frankly, I think my why chicago statements were very meh

ImpartialLion

13:17

My PS and DS were sort of emotion but ended on a happy note. My why chi’s also did a little emotional stuff and I think it might’ve hurt me a bit. No clue tho🤷🏽‍♂️

Trismegistus

13:17

im pubbed in a bar association does that not mean anything wtfffff :(

sadpadresfan

13:18

@ImpartialLion: water under the bridge for you now tbh 🔥

sadpadresfan

13:18

Wonder what HLS is doing w our apps tho

texaslawhopefully

13:18

at least you're wondering lol

texaslawhopefully

13:18

I had the II and then got R'd

lilypadfrog

13:19

guys am I part of this conversation i also have a good lsat and no acceptances. I want to feel included

Trismegistus

13:19

my own alma mater straight up ignoring me too

sadpadresfan

13:19

@lilypadfrog: ur not a kjd without work experience. Back off

ImpartialLion

13:19

I think I’m headed for the HLS WL. I heard that if you get off the WL, you put down your deposit before you hear your offer? Idk how i feel ab that

sadpadresfan

13:19

*

ImpartialLion

13:20

Every thursday, i still pretend like I have a chance at a II tho

sadpadresfan

13:20

Yeh my friend got it 5/15 last year… crazy late

sadpadresfan

13:20

Same same maybe tomorrow 😭

lilypadfrog

13:20

@sadpadresfan: :(

texaslawhopefully

13:21

that's a good thing 😭

texaslawhopefully

13:21

you have actual work experience

Trismegistus

13:21

i was on HLS WL and waited all summer :(

atwatodbit

13:21

i cannot imagine taking HLS at sticker with a good scholly elsewhere. i am trying to just pretend they dont exist tbh

Trismegistus

13:21

got a II and everything

Captainredrum3

13:22

If I didnt get into UVA in November my mental health would be decimated

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