Pronunciation: [ˌɪntəvˈɛnəz] (IPA) 
Intervenors, spelled /ɪntəvɛnɔrz/, refers to a person who intervenes in a legal case to advocate for their own interests. The word is spelled with the prefix "inter" which means "between" or "among," followed by the word "venor" which means "one who comes." The "e" in "venor" is added to make the word easier to pronounce. The plural form of "intervenor" is "intervenors," with an "s" added to the end, which is pronounced /ɔrz/.
Intervenors refer to individuals or groups who choose to involve themselves in a legal proceeding or dispute that they are not initially party to, in order to protect their own interests or advocate for a particular cause. The intervention typically occurs when a third party believes that their rights, concerns, or circumstances may be affected by the outcome of the legal action.
Intervenors may join an ongoing case voluntarily or be invited by the court to participate. Their intervention enables them to present evidence, make arguments, and submit legal briefs, thereby influencing the proceedings and potentially altering the final judgment. The scope of intervention is determined by the court, usually based on whether the intervenor's rights or interests are directly impacted by the case.
Intervenors can take various forms, such as individuals, organizations, government agencies, or businesses. Their participation is often motivated by the desire to protect their rights, advance their interests, or assert their perspectives regarding the matter under consideration. They may have a direct stake in the outcome of the case, possess specialized knowledge or expertise, or simply wish to contribute to the resolution of an issue of public importance.
Overall, intervenors play a crucial role in ensuring that all relevant perspectives and interests are considered in legal proceedings. Their active involvement promotes fairness, transparency, and the proper resolution of disputes, thereby enhancing the integrity of the judicial system.
The word "intervenors" is derived from the verb "intervene", which entered English in the mid-16th century from the Latin word "intervenire". The Latin term consists of two parts: "inter", meaning "between", and "venire", meaning "to come". "Intervenire" literally translates to "to come between". Over time, as the verb "intervene" developed in English, the noun form "intervenor" emerged to refer to someone who intervenes or comes between parties in a legal or political dispute. The plural form "intervenors" is simply the pluralization of this noun.
