Appellant - The party who appeals a district court's decision, usually seeking reversal of that decision.⏎
Affidavit - A written or printed statement made under oath.⏎
Active judge - A judge in the full-time service of the court. Compare to senior judge.⏎
Bankruptcy judge - A judicial officer of the United States district court who is the court official with decision-making power over federal bankruptcy cases.⏎