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NOMINAL PLAINTIFF

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One who is named as the plaintiff in an action, but who has no interest in it, having assigned the cause or right of action to another, for whose use it is brought. 2. In general, he cannot interfere with the rights of his assignee, nor will he be permitted to discontinue. the action, or to meddle with it. … [Read more...] about NOMINAL PLAINTIFF

NOMOTHETA

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A lawgiver; such as Solon and Lycurgus among the Greeks, and Csasar, Pompey, and Sylla among the Romans. Calvin. … [Read more...] about NOMOTHETA

NOL. PROS.

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See nolle prosequi. … [Read more...] about NOL. PROS.

NOMINATE

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To propose for an appointment; to designate for an office a privilege a living etc. … [Read more...] about NOMINATE

NOLENS VOLENS

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Latin: Whether willing or unwilling; consenting or not. … [Read more...] about NOLENS VOLENS

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