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Jeopardy

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A person is said to be in jeopardy when he or she is placed on trial and is at the risk of conviction and punishment. Jeopardy attaches after a jury is sworn to try the case.

Ipso facto

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Latin term, which means, "by the act itself". It is used by lawyers when the point is so clear that there is no need for any elaboration.

Irrevocable trust

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A trust that once made, cannot be revoked or changed. They are permanent in nature.

Intestate

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A person is deemed to die intestate when he dies without making a valid will.

Oligarchy

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It literally means ruling by a few. It is a form of government in which a few persons rule and govern for their own advantage, rather than the public good by assuming all legislative and ...

Of counsel

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It is a reference to an attorney, who assists in the preparation or management of the case, or its presentation on appeal, but is not the principal attorney for the party. This attorney is not ...

An opinion, remark or comment made by a judge which does not form an important part of the court's decision. The term 'obiter dictum' is derived from a Latin word meaning 'things said by the way'. ...