Government Glossary
Appellant
Appellant is a federal court term connected to court pleadings and parties; it helps explain who is involved, what step is happening, and what legal effect the step may have.
Plain-English Meaning
In the Guide to Government, this term belongs to court pleadings and parties. It is useful because government pages often use short legal or procedural labels, while visitors need to know who has authority, what document or decision to look for, and where to verify the official record.