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'''''Pendente lite''''' is a [[Latin]] term meaning "while the litigation is pending" which is used for [[court order]]s or legal [[agreement]]s entered into while a matter (such as a [[divorce]]) is pending. In divorce a ''pendente lite'' order is often used to provide for the support of |
'''''Pendente lite''''' is a [[Latin]] term meaning "while the litigation is pending" which is used for [[court order]]s or legal [[agreement]]s entered into while a matter (such as a [[divorce]]) is pending. In divorce a ''pendente lite'' order is often used to provide for the support of the lower income spouse while the legal process moves ahead. |
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Revision as of 06:12, 1 September 2008
Pendente lite is a Latin term meaning "while the litigation is pending" which is used for court orders or legal agreements entered into while a matter (such as a divorce) is pending. In divorce a pendente lite order is often used to provide for the support of the lower income spouse while the legal process moves ahead.