For That
Defined in 3 dictionaries — Cyclopedic (1922), Bouvier (1914), Bouvier (1839)
The Cyclopedic Law Dictionary
Walter A. Shumaker and George Foster Longsdorf; ed. James C. Cahill · 1922
or FOR THAT WHEREAS. Words used in introduction in a declaration. "For that whereas" introduces recitals, "For that," positive allegations. Hammond, N. P. 9.
Bouvier's Law Dictionary and Concise Encyclopedia
John Bouvier; revised by Francis Rawle · 1914
In Pleading. Words used to introduce the allegations of a declaration. “For that” is a po.sitive allegation; “For that whereas” is a recital. Hamm. N. P. 9.
A Law Dictionary, Adapted to the Constitution and Laws of the United States
John Bouvier · 1839
pleading. Itisa maxim in law, regulating alike every form of action, that the plaintiff shall state his complaint in positive and direct terms, and not by way of latin “‘ quod cum,” (q. Vv.) is a recital. Hamm. N. P. 9.