legal pad
1 of 1noun/ˈliɡəl pæd/
Forms:legal pads
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a type of writing pad characterized by its yellow or white color, often used by lawyers, legal professionals, and students for drafting legal documents, taking notes, or conducting interviews
A legal pad is a type of notepad that typically features yellow paper and a narrow margin on the left side. The pages are usually lined and have a standard size of 8.5 inches by 14 inches, which is larger than standard letter-sized paper. Legal pads are often used for taking notes, writing memos, or drafting documents. They are commonly associated with legal professionals but are also popular in offices and schools for general note-taking and writing tasks. The unique format and size of the paper make it ideal for writing and organizing ideas clearly.
- The attorney brought a legal pad to the courtroom, ready to take notes during the trial and jot down important details for later reference.
- She scribbled ideas for her upcoming case on a legal pad, using the wide ruling to organize her arguments and evidence.
- He kept a legal pad by his bedside, often waking up in the middle of the night with thoughts he needed to jot down before they slipped away.
- The teacher handed out legal pads to students for brainstorming ideas and drafting outlines for their research papers, encouraging them to organize their thoughts before writing.
- During group projects, students used a shared legal pad to jot down ideas and allocate tasks, fostering collaboration and ensuring everyone's input was captured.