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 ;allegation:An assertion that a certain set of facts is true, such as "on Monday, I had soup for lunch" or "Bob drives a blue Camaro." Also called an allegation of fact or a statement of fact.
 ;alternative dispute resolution:A phrase referring to processes for the resolution of disputes outside the court system, including mediation, negotiation and collaborative law. In family law, the purpose of ADR is to offer a less conflict-oriented and less expensive way to resolve a dispute than litigation.
-;Amend:To change or alter a pleading or document which has already been filed in court or given to the other party. The resulting document is a separate document from the original and is called, for example, the "Amended Notice of Family Claim" or the "Amended Counterclaim."
+;amend:To change or alter a pleading or document which has already been filed in court or given to the other party. The resulting document is a separate document from the original and is called, for example, the "Amended Notice of Family Claim" or the "Amended Counterclaim."
 ;amicus curiae:A Latin phrase meaning "friend of the court." Usually refers to a lawyer who does not act for any of the parties and assists or brings relevant information to the attention of the presiding judge.
 ;annulment:A declaration by a judge that a marriage is invalid. The effect of such a declaration is to make it as if the marriage never occured.