Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
at-bar
Legal Terminology
/ˈæt bɑːr/
Definition
At-bar refers to the position of a defendant or person who is on trial in a legal proceeding.
Examples
- The defendant was called to testify at-bar during the proceedings.
- The attorney presented their arguments effectively while at-bar.
Meaning
The term signifies being actively involved in a court case or legal process, typically representing or being represented in a courtroom setting.
Synonyms
- In court
- On trial
- Before the bar
