Matching Pairs Litigation Terminology - TrialOnline version Match the motion and trial terms to their definition by Nicole Smith 1 demurrer 2 pre-trial conference 3 bifurcation 4 declaratory judgment 5 settlement conference 6 motion for summary judgment 7 voir dire 8 Appeal 9 motion notwithstanding verdict 10 Hearsay 11 Motion in limine 12 Motion for directed verdict 13 mediation motion to dismiss post-trial motion seeking judge to overrule jury findings motion seeking favorable decision based on undisputed facts jury selection motion to eliminate certain evidence from trial out of court statement of a witness. "My mother told me..." neutral 3rd party assists in resolving dispute short of trial attempt to settle in front of judge prior to trial request for favorable verdict where plaintiff fails to prove his/her case splitting trial into multiple parts process of having lower court's findings reviewed by higher court meeting between judge/lawyers to discuss issues related to evidence/witnesses/etc. action seeking court's decision on parties rights in a contract/dispute