# Originating Matter

**IRI:** https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RDHJ4Q5iyZp6K8oJKI45Lq2

## Labels

**Preferred Label:** Initial Matter

**Alternative Labels:**

- Originating Matter

## Definition

An originating matter refers to a legal case or issue that originates or is initiated within a particular law firm or jurisdiction. This term is used to distinguish cases that are started by the firm from those that are transferred or referred from other sources.

## Sub Class Of

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/R9kmGZf5FSmFdouXWQ1Nndm

## See Also

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RMP8teNWekcggwsU6bJpPd

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