Principle

CIVIL PROCEDURE — Joinder of Parties — Interest of Proposed Intervener

Area of law
CIVIL PROCEDURE
Court
Supreme Court

A person whose legal interests will be affected by the outcome of a suit is a proper party. The court has discretion to join such a person. The principle ensures that all affected parties are heard. The rule applies to both trial and appellate courts.…

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