What Are Legal Documents:
Legal documents are written agreements that establish legal rights, obligations, or relationships. They can be used in many legal contexts, including transactions, litigation, and regulatory compliance.
Examples:
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- Contracts: Legally binding agreements that specify rights and obligations in transactions
- Wills and trusts: Used to distribute assets after death
- Deeds: Used to establish ownership of property
- Leases: Used to establish agreements between landlords and tenants
- Trust, Revocable or Irrevocable
- Court filings: Such as complaints, summons, and motions
- Articles of incorporation: Used to form a corporation
- Partnership certificates: Used to establish the interests of all parties in a business partnership
Legal Documents Are Everywhere:
You might encounter legal documents when opening a bank account, signing a lease agreement, or accepting a job offer.