Glossary Law
There are 6 names in this directory beginning with the letter G.
Garnish
To obtain a court order directing a party holding funds (such as a bank) or about to pay wages (such as an employer) to an alleged debtor to set that money aside until the court determines (decides) how much the debtor owes to the creditor.
General counsel
The chief attorney for a corporation, who is paid usually full time for legal services.
Go bail
Slang for putting up the bail money to get an accused defendant out of jail after an arrest or pending trial or appeal.
Good faith
Honest intent to act without taking an unfair advantage over another person or to fulfill a promise to act, even when some legal technicality is not fulfilled.
Guarantee
To pledge or agree to be responsible for another’s debt or contractual performance if that other person does not pay or perform.
