One who is versed or skilled In law; answering to the Latin "juruperitus," (q. v.) He who is skilled in the civil law, or law of nations. The term is now usually applied to those who have distinguished themselves by their writings on legal subjects. … [Read more...] about JURIST
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JURIS DOCTOR
Latin for an education degree in law. Abbreviated as J.D. … [Read more...] about JURIS DOCTOR
JURISTIC
Pertaining or belonging to, or characteristic of, jurisprudence, or a jurist or the legal prdfession. Juristic act. One designed to have a legal effect, and capable thereof. … [Read more...] about JURISTIC
JURIS ET DE JURE
A phrase employed to denote conclusive presumptions of law, which cannot be rebutted by evidence. The words signify of law and from law. Best on Presumption, Section 17. … [Read more...] about JURIS ET DE JURE
JURNEDUM
In old English law. A journey; a day's traveling. Cowell. … [Read more...] about JURNEDUM