Oral argument - An opportunity for lawyers to summarize their position before the court and also to answer the judges' questions.⏎
Probation - Sentencing option in the federal courts. With probation, instead of sending an individual to prison, the court releases the person to the community and orders him or her to complete a period of supervision monitored by a U.S. probation officer and to abide by certain conditions.⏎
Postpetition transfer - A transfer of the debtor's property made after the commencement of the case.⏎
Record - A written account of the proceedings in a case, including all pleadings, evidence, and exhibits submitted in the course of the case.⏎
Pro se - Representing oneself. Serving as one's own lawyer.⏎