Monday 5 March 2012

Pendente lite/Lite pendente/Lis pendens/Pendens

Pendente lite, also termed as lite pendente, lis pendens, or just pendens, is a Latin term that means, “while the action is pending.” Pendente lite means during the proceeding or litigation, and/or dependant on the result of a litigation.  Back.

Sunday 4 March 2012

Pro bono publico/Pro bono

Pro bono publico, (usually just pro bono) is a Latin term that means, “for the public good.”   Pro bono is or involves performing/rendering of legal services without seeking any fees or at very low fees, especially if it's for the public good. Pro bono consists of a variety of activities such as, bar association participation, working towards law reform, participating in civic organizations, representing groups as well as individuals, et cetera. Diverse areas benefit from pro bono assistance like economically backward people, political as well as ideological causes, nonprofit organizations, relatives, lawyer's employees, friends, relatives, et cetera.  Back.