Paralegal Glossary This glossary contains terms commonly used in the paralegal field, in which I study. case noun A specific occurence or matter requiring discussion, decision, or investigation, as by officials or law-enforcement authorities. Example: The judge made a decision about this case. fr: dossier Your browser does not support the audio element. client noun A person or group that uses the professional advice or services of a lawyer. Example: I have to meet with my client. fr: client Your browser does not support the audio element. contract noun An agreement between two or more parties for the doing or not doing of something specified. Example: He didn't respect their contract. fr: contrat Your browser does not support the audio elem...