Latin Terms and Phrases - Chancery Law Chronicles

Latin terms and phrases are crucial in the study of law and in the interpretation of statutes in any jurisdiction. Presentation of these terms and phrases in lucid and plain languages is also very important and obviously helpful for the people having interest on law. The matter deserves more appeal in countries like Bangladesh where there are lack of ready-made and available resources in the market. In this segment, equivalent English meaning of different Latin terms and phrases as frequently used in the study of law are considered in plain and lucid language.

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De facto	As a matter of fact; something which, while not necessarily lawful or legally sanctified, exists in fact....	489
e.g. / Exempli gratia	As for example.	488
Ex aequo et bono	A case decided on the basis of what is just and fair under the circumstances, [Reference: Article 38(2),...	485
Utlite pendente nihil innovetur	During litigation nothing should be introduced. For reference, see, section 52 of the Transfer of Property...	485
Res Judicata Pro veritate Accipitur	A thing adjudicated is received as the truth. A judicial decision is conclusive as between the parties,...	483
Avunculus	A mother's brother. "Avuncular" refers to an uncle.	482
Inter vivos	Between the living. This term is used to refer to a transfer or gift made during one's lifetime, as opposed...	481
Ex gratia	Out of kindness, voluntary.	480
Amicus Curiae	Latin for "friend of the court." Refers to a party that is allowed to provide information (usually in...	478
Audi alterem partem	Hear the other party. It is one of the principles of natural justice that before condemning a person,...	478