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Dum bene se gesserit

Defined in 3 dictionaries — Ballentine's (1916), Black's (1891), Burrill (1850)

Ballentine's Law Dictionary

James A. Ballentine · 1916

During good behavior.

A Dictionary of Law

Henry Campbell Black · 1891

While he shall conduct himself well; during good behavior. Expressive of a tenure of office not dependent upon the pleasure of the appointing power, nor for a limited period, but terminable only upon the death or misconduct of the incumbent.

A New Law Dictionary and Glossary

Alexander M. Burrill · 1850

Lat While he conducted himself well; during good behaviour. 2 Bl. Com. 252. The unplied condition on which a feud or fee was originally given. Id. See Quamdm bene se gesserint,