Petitioner

A petitioner is a person or party who formally makes a request or appeal to a court. This often involves seeking a legal remedy, change, or decision from the judiciary. For example, in a lawsuit, the petitioner might be the one who initiates the case by filing a petition—essentially asking the court to rule in their favor on a specific issue. The petitioner presents their case, and the court then reviews the information and makes a determination based on the law. The term is commonly used in various legal contexts, including civil, family, and administrative matters.