The word "appellor", which is pronounced /əˈpɛlər/, is not a commonly used term but is derived from the legal term "appellant". The IPA phonetic transcription of this word demonstrates that the first syllable is pronounced with a schwa sound /ə/ followed by an unstressed /ɛ/ and the stressed /l/ sound. The second syllable is pronounced with an unstressed /ə/ followed by an /r/ sound. The correct spelling of this word is "appellant" and is commonly used in legal contexts to refer to someone who appeals a court decision.
An appellor refers to the party who initiates or files an appeal in a court of law to challenge a previous decision or judgment rendered by a lower court. The term "appellor" is typically used in legal contexts and can be used interchangeably with the term "appellant." The appellor, dissatisfied with the outcome or reasoning of a lower court's decision, seeks recourse through the appeals process in order to obtain a review of the case by a higher court.
The role of the appellor involves presenting arguments and evidence to support their position, highlighting any legal errors or inconsistencies made by the lower court. The appellor's goal is to convince the higher court that the previous decision was unjust, incorrect, or in violation of applicable laws, and should thus be overturned or modified.
In an appeal, the appellor bears the burden of proof and is required to demonstrate that legal grounds exist to justify the appeal. If successful, the higher court may reverse the previous decision or order a new trial or proceeding to be conducted by the lower court.
The appellor plays a crucial role in the appellate process, as they are responsible for bringing the case to the attention of the higher court and advocating for a different outcome.
One who appeals.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "appellor" comes from the Latin term "appellare". In Latin, "appellare" means "to call" or "to name". Over time, the word evolved and was borrowed into Middle English as "appelen". In Old English, it became "appellian", and eventually in Middle English, it took the form "appeller". The term "appellation" is derived from the same Latin root word and refers to a name or title given to someone or something.