Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

legal-battle

noun
/ˈliːgəl ˈbætəl/
Definition
A legal battle refers to a dispute or conflict that is resolved through legal proceedings in a court of law.
Examples
  • The divorce turned into a lengthy legal battle over custody rights.
  • After months of negotiations, the company finally decided to settle the legal battle.
  • The legal battle over the trademark continued for several years.
Meaning
The term describes the ongoing struggle between two or more parties to achieve a legal outcome, often involving lawyers and judicial processes.
Synonyms
  • litigation
  • legal dispute
  • court case
  • lawsuit
  • judicial conflict