Legal terms
The law is difficult and is often described in technical language. Our glossary provides short descriptions of legal words and terms you will find on this website.
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        Mediation
    A process whereby parties meet with a mediator to attempt to reach a settlement.
Mention hearing
  
          
      
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
    The first or subsequent hearing of a matter in the Magistrates’ Court.