requérante

A requérante is a legal term derived from French, meaning a female applicant or claimant. It is used in various legal contexts, particularly in civil law jurisdictions. The masculine form of the word is "requérant." A requérante is a party who initiates a legal proceeding or makes a formal request to a court or other authority. This could involve filing a lawsuit, petitioning for a specific legal remedy, or applying for a license or permit.

The role of a requérante is to present a case or a request to the relevant legal body. She must provide evidence and arguments to support her claim or application. In legal proceedings, the requérante is typically the plaintiff or petitioner, the person who is seeking a judgment or order from the court. The opposing party in such a case would be the défenderesse (female) or défendeur (male).

The specific duties and rights of a requérante can vary significantly depending on the jurisdiction and the nature of the legal matter. However, generally, she has the right to be heard and to present her case. She is also obligated to adhere to legal procedures and deadlines. The term emphasizes the active role of the individual in seeking a legal resolution or outcome.