Legal Definitions - imparl

Imparl (im-pahrl) is a verb that has two meanings:

1. In history, it means to request or obtain an imparlance.
2. In modern usage, it means to confer with the opposing party in an effort to settle a dispute amicably; to discuss settlement.

Example 1: In medieval times, a defendant could imparl to delay a trial.

Example 2: The lawyers decided to imparl and try to reach a settlement before going to court.

Example 1 illustrates the historical usage of imparl, where a defendant could request an imparlance to delay a trial. Example 2 illustrates the modern usage of imparl, where lawyers try to settle a dispute amicably by conferring with the opposing party.