prelegal
/priˈliɡəl/
adjective
- Relating to the period before laws or legal systems are established.
- In prelegal societies, disputes were often settled by custom or force.
- Some philosophers argue that prelegal morality is based on instinct rather than rules.
- The anthropologist studied prelegal forms of justice among ancient tribes.
- Occurring before a person begins formal legal training or practice.
- She took several prelegal courses in college to prepare for law school.
- His prelegal internship at a law firm gave him valuable experience.
- Many students join prelegal clubs to learn about the profession.
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