coming into court

Thân thiện

The lawyer is coming into court for the morning session.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • Formal attendance (in court or at a hearing) of a party in an action: The act of a party (e.g., a plaintiff, defendant, or their legal representative) appearing formally before a judge or in a legal proceeding.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • The case was delayed due to the defendant's failure in coming into court.
  • The lawyer's timely coming into court was noted by the judge.

Advanced Usage

• Legal Context: The phrase specifically denotes the formal, procedural act of appearing, not merely being physically present. It implies submitting to the jurisdiction and authority of the court for that proceeding.

Variants and Related Words

• Appearance (n): A more general term for the act of coming into court or presenting oneself before an authority.
  • The defendant made an appearance via video link.
• Non-appearance (n): Failure to come into court.
  • A warrant was issued for his arrest following his non-appearance.

Synonyms

• Court appearance: The act of appearing before a court.
• Formal attendance: Attendance as required by law or procedure.

Related Phrases

• To enter an appearance: A legal phrase meaning to formally notify the court and other parties that one is participating in the case.
  • The new solicitor filed documents to enter an appearance for the claimant.

Học thuật

Noun

1. formal attendance (in court or at a hearing) of a party in an action

Từ đồng nghĩa

• appearance
• appearing