Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chancery
Noun
/ˈtʃeɪn.sər.i/
Definition
A court of equity which administers justice in matters relating to trust, property, and personal affairs.
Examples
- The chancery was often called upon to resolve disputes that could not be settled through traditional courts.
- In the chancery court, the judge emphasized equitable solutions between the parties involved.
- Many estate cases are handled in chancery, where the focus is on the intentions of the deceased.
Meaning
Chancery refers to a branch of law that deals with cases not covered by common law, focusing on fairness and justice rather than strict rules.
Synonyms
- Equity court
- Court of equity
- Equitable court
