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Court of Chancery

Noun (Legal)

A court of equity that deals with cases involving trusts, wills, estates, and equitable remedies.

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Noun (History)

An ancient English court that exercised jurisdiction in matters of equity.

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Noun (Local)

A local court that presides over domestic relations matters, such as divorce, custody, and child support.

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Sample Sentences:

1. The court of chancery ruled in favor of the plaintiff in the trust dispute.
2. During the era of the court of chancery, cases of equity were handled separately from common law.
3. The local court of chancery resolved the contentious divorce with a fair settlement.