juridical person

noun

in the civil law of Louisiana : an entity (as a partnership or corporation) that is given rights and responsibilities compare natural person

Note: The rights and responsibilities of a juridical person are distinct from those of the natural persons constituting it.

Dictionary Entries Near juridical person

Cite this Entry

“Juridical person.” Merriam-Webster.com Legal Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/legal/juridical%20person. Accessed 15 Nov. 2024.

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!