Associate justice
Term · Law · MLC-T-LAW-000595
A member of a multi-judge court who is not the chief justice or presiding judge. These justices participate in hearing cases, deliberating, and writing opinions, contributing equally to the court's decisions. The United States Supreme Court, for example, has eight associate justices and one chief justice.
| Identifier | MLC-T-LAW-000595 |
|---|---|
| Field | Law |
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