At the conclusion of formal proceedings, the hearing board will issue a decision. (coloradosupremecourt.us)
Upon being retained and after having reviewed the relevant factual background, counsel chooses, wisely, to explore the prospect of resolving the claim without the need for formal proceedings. (practicepro.ca)
Sometimes, due to domestic requirements re: notice or other topic, one may need to file formal proceedings in the enforcing country, too. (law.stackexchange.com)