Joinder
The procedural joining of an additional party to existing court proceedings because that party should be involved in the dispute.
Definition
Joinder can arise when a person or entity has a direct interest in the outcome, may be bound by the order, or is necessary for the court to decide the matter properly. The practical review should check the current parties, requested relief, affected rights, contracts or documents, court rules, timing, prejudice, and whether non-joinder could make the proceedings vulnerable.
Key takeaways
The procedural joining of an additional party to existing court proceedings because that party should be involved in the dispute.
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What does Joinder mean?
The procedural joining of an additional party to existing court proceedings because that party should be involved in the dispute.
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