Lawsuit vs. Litigation — What's the Difference?

A lawsuit is a proceeding by a party or parties against another in the civil court of law. The archaic term "suit in law" is found in only a small number of laws still in effect today.

To prosecute or defend (a lawsuit or legal action); pursue (a legal case).

An action or proceeding other than a criminal prosecution brought in a court of law or equity.

To bring a lawsuit or defend against a lawsuit in court.

(legal) In civil law, a case where two or more people disagree and one or more of the parties take the case to a court for resolution.

(legal) The conduct of a lawsuit.

An action at law; a suit in equity or admiralty; any legal proceeding before a court for the enforcement of a claim.

The act or process of litigating; a suit at law; a judicial contest.

A comprehensive term for any proceeding in a court of law whereby an individual seeks a legal remedy;

A legal proceeding in a court; a judicial contest to determine and enforce legal rights