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 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
Note:
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
legal Definition of interpleader
: a person who is a party to an interpleader action
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