A person or organization that files a legal brief with the court expressing its views on a case involving other parties because it has a strong interest in the subject matter of the action.

The Superior Court of California, County of Sacramento ("Court"), has prepared this Legal Glossary. The Court cannot guarantee that the translations contained therein are completely …

Knowing how to properly format a legal document is an essential skill for lawyers. Unconventional or inconsistent formatting can distract the reader from the substance of your legal document.

EAR AND ACTIVE LEGAL WRITING Despite the many long, convoluted, and legalese-filled opinions you’re likely to read in law school (and perhaps beyond), legal writing has evolved to …

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Special Components of Legal Documents In addition to the body of the document, legal documents often must contain: Caption (for anything submitted to the court) Heading (for most …

"Legal information" means general factual information about the law and the legal process. Legal information is different from legal advice, which involves giving guidance regarding an …