Definition of Champerty

1. Noun. An unethical agreement between an attorney and client that the attorney would sue and pay the costs of the client's suit in return for a portion of the damages awarded. "Soliciting personal injury cases may constitute champerty"

Generic synonyms: Actus Reus, Misconduct, Wrongdoing, Wrongful Conduct
Category relationships: Jurisprudence, Law

Definition of Champerty

1. n. Partnership in power; equal share of authority.

Definition of Champerty

1. [n -TIES]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Champerty

Champagne-Ardenne
champagnes
champagne cup
champagne flute
Champaign
champaigns
champak
champaks
champart
champarts
champed
champer
champers
champerties
champertous
champerty (current term)
champignon
champignons
champing
champion
championed
championing
champions
championship
championships
champion lode
Champlain
champleve
champleves
Champollion

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