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judgement
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a decision of the court.
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pleadings
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written statements prepared by the plaintiff and defendant that set out the facts and claims of the parties in a legal action, and are exchanged prior to the hearing of the case by the court.
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ad hoc tribunal
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a tribunal established to deal with a particular dispute between parties.
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arbitration
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a process for the settlement of disputes whereby an impartial third party or board hears the dispute, then makes a decision that is binding on the parties. Most commonly used to determine grievances arising out of a collective agreement, or in contract disputes.
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attorney
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a lawyer.
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barrister:
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a lawyer who acts for clients in litigation or criminal court proceedings.
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What are the roles of the court?
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1) decide disputes
2) interpret constitution 3) interpret the constitution 4) interpret contracts 5) determine responsibility and damages for loss |
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Jurisdiction
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- right or authority of a court to hear a matter
- authority can be divided into: monetary or geographic sections |
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what are the two different kinds of court procedures?
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1) criminal procedure
2) Civil procedure |
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what are alternative dispute resolutions (ADR)?
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1) Collaborative law
2) Mediation 3) Arbitration Advantages: quicker, cheaper, confidential |
