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legal relation

 

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Noun legal relation has 1 sense
  1. legal relation - a professional relation that is regulated by law (as between a lawyer and a client)
    --1 is a kind of
    professional relation
    --1 has particulars: fiduciary relation

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Legal Relation

A legal relation refers to the connection or association established by law between two or more entities.

It can describe the various types of relationships recognized and regulated by legal systems, including those between individuals, organizations, or even states.

In some cases, legal relations may imply certain rights, obligations, or responsibilities for the parties involved.

Sense 1: Personal Relationship

In a personal context, a legal relation represents the bond between family members, friends, or spouses, which may have legal implications in matters such as inheritance, divorce, or custody.

Example Sentence: The legal relation between the siblings was tested when they had to divide the inheritance.

Sense 2: Business Partnership

In a business context, a legal relation refers to the formal arrangement between partners, shareholders, or companies, defining their rights and obligations in conducting business activities.

Example Sentence: The legal relation between the two companies allowed them to collaborate on joint projects.

Sense 3: International Relations

On an international level, legal relations encompass the interaction between different countries, often governed by treaties, agreements, and diplomatic protocols.

Example Sentence: The legal relations between the neighboring nations have been strained due to ongoing border disputes.

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