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WRIT OF ASSISTANCE

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After a court decides the true owner of a parcel of land, this writ is an equitable remedy that transfers title to the owner. The name of a writ which issues from the court of chancery, in aid of the execution of a judgment at law, to put the complainant into possession of lands adjudged to him, when the sheriff cannot execute the judgment. … [Read more...]

WRIT OF ASSOCIATION

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In English practice. A writ whereby certain persons (usually the clerk of assize and his subordinate officers) are directed to associate themselves with the justices and Serjeants; and they are required to admit the said persons into their society in order to take the assizes. 3 Bl. Comm. 59. … [Read more...]

WRIT OF ATTACHMENT

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A court order that provides a sheriff with the power and direction to seize property that is in the possession of a judgment debtor in order to satisfy the judgment held by the creditor. … [Read more...]

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