A written authorisation to represent or act on another’s behalf (the principal) in private affairs, business or some other legal matter, sometimes against the wishes of the principal. It is generally terminated when the principal dies or becomes incompetent, but the principal can revoke it at any time. See also: Online POA and Other Notary Public Services in the UAE

A decision of a court regarding the rights and liabilities of the parties to legal proceedings. Judgments generally provide the court’s explanation as to why it has chosen to make a particular decision.

Is a judicial proceeding conducted for the benefit of only one party. The term ex parte is used in a case name to signify that the case was brought by the person whose name follows the term. Ex parte applications are often made when the application is for an injunction.