A judicial hearing or other proceeding involving a real dispute between opposing parties. See also controversy and ex parte.  A proceeding before the Bankruptcy Court to settle disputes regarding the distribution of the assets of a bankrupt.

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Adversary proceeding

A judicial hearing or other proceeding involving a real dispute between opposing parties. See also controversy and ex parte.  A proceeding before the Bankruptcy Court to settle disputes regarding the distribution of the assets of a bankrupt.