Define: Petitioner

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Petitioner
Quick Summary of Petitioner

A person who initiates a lawsuit. A synonym for plaintiff, used almost universally in some states and in others for certain types of lawsuits, most commonly divorce and other family law cases.

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This glossary post was last updated: 29th March, 2024.

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