Phrases with «at first instance»

The appeal judge at first instance dismissed the appeal on the basis that the trial judge had been correct in his approach. (tvedwards.com)
The court at first instance found that there was a common intention constructive trust, imposing it upon the house - owner. (newlawjournal.co.uk)
The claimants succeeded at first instance on the preliminary issues of liability and causation. (newlawjournal.co.uk)
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