Prochein
Black's Law Dictionary · Henry Campbell Black, M.A. · 1910
Black's Law Dictionary
U Fr. Next A term somewhat used in modern law, and more frequently in the old law; as prochein ami, prochein cousin. Co.. Litt. 10.
— Prochein ami. Next friend. As an infant cannot legally sue la his own name, the action must be brought by his prochein amt; that is, some friend (not being his guardian) who will appear as plaintiff in his name.
— Prochein avoidance. Next vacancy. A power to appoint a minister to a church when it shall next become void.