Definition of interpleader
: a proceeding to enable a person to compel parties making the same claim against him to litigate the matter between themselves
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Origin and Etymology of interpleader
Anglo-French enterpleder, from enterpleder, verb
First Known Use: 1567
Circa 1846
First Known Use of interpleader
circa 1846
Law Dictionary
Legal Definition of interpleader
: a proceeding by which a person compels parties making the same claim against him or her to litigate the matter between themselves — see also bill in the nature of interpleader and bill of interpleader at bill 3a — compare counterclaim, cross-claim, impleader, intervention, joinder
Additional Notes on interpleader
When an interpleader is initiated, the person holding the property or owing the obligation that is the subject of the adverse claims usually must deposit the property or post a bond with the court.
Origin and Etymology of interpleader
Anglo-French enterpleder, from enterpleder, verb
interpleader
Legal Definition of interpleader
: a person who is a party to an interpleader action
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