For want of an heir. … [Read more...] about PRO DEFECTU HAEREDIS
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PRO INDEFENSO
As undefended; as making no defense. A phrase in old practice. Fleta, lib. 1, c. 41, f 7. … [Read more...] about PRO INDEFENSO
PRO DEFECTU JUSTITIAE
For defect or want of justice. Fleta, lib. 2, c. 62, 2. … [Read more...] about PRO DEFECTU JUSTITIAE
PRO INDIVISO
As undivided; in common. The joint occupation or possession of lands. Thus, lands held by coparceners are held pro indiviso; that Is, they are held un-dlvldedly, neither party being entitled to any specific portions of the land so held, but both or all having a joint interest in the undivided whole. Cowell. … [Read more...] about PRO INDIVISO
PRO DEFENDENTE
For the defendant. Commonly abbreviated "pro de." … [Read more...] about PRO DEFENDENTE
