Comparative law notes
We suggest using this term "assignment", since the alternative, "cession", while etymologically related, is not a word commonly used or recognized even by native English-speaking lawyers.
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assignment means:
Zession means:
Substantiv
full
noun
We suggest using this term "assignment", since the alternative, "cession", while etymologically related, is not a word commonly used or recognized even by native English-speaking lawyers.
a complete transfer of ownership
The assignment of shares for the benefit of spouses is not subject to restriction.
a position or work that is given to someone to do as part of their job or studies
I have to finish this assignment by the end of the week.
transfer of rights under an agreement
The contract expressly prohibited assignment of any contractual rights.