In legal terms, a “proceeding” refers to any formal action, process, or series of steps undertaken within the legal system to resolve a dispute or address a legal matter. This can include court hearings, trials, administrative hearings, arbitrations, mediations, or any other formal procedures designed to achieve a legal resolution. Proceedings typically involve the presentation of evidence, legal arguments, and decisions made by a judge, jury, administrative officer, or arbitrator. They may also involve various procedural rules and requirements that govern how the process unfolds. Overall, proceedings are fundamental to the administration of justice and the resolution of legal disputes within the legal system.
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This glossary post was last updated: 29th March, 2024.
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