legal representative
A 'legal representative' is someone authorized to act on behalf of another person or entity in legal matters, including lawyers, guardians, and other appointed individuals.
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Definition
B2Legal Proceedings
(formal, technical)An individual authorized to act on behalf of another in legal matters, such as a lawyer or guardian.
Example
- The court appointed a legal representative to manage the affairs of the minor.
- She consulted her legal representative before signing the contract.
B2Family Law
(formal, technical)A person, like a parent or guardian, who legally acts on behalf of a minor or dependent.
Example
- As the child's legal representative, he had to make all the medical decisions.
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