The correct usage of prepositions are important in legal English. Choose the appropriate preposition in the context of civil procedure.

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The lawsuit starts by the plaintiff filing an action ______ the court.
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The defendant must present an answer ______ the complaint.
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The loser may appeal ______ the court against the first instance judgment.
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The parties ______ a lawsuit are the plaintiff and defendant.
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submit documents ________ the court.
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Anyone may seek remedies ______ the injuries suffered.
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The court must have jurisdiction ______ the defendant.
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Litigants are usually represented ______ an attorney.
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Civil proceedings are held _______ courts or other authorities.
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The civil action is usually concluded _______ a trial.
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Each trial ends ______ a judgement.
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Jurisdiction means that a court may proceed ______ a specific legal dispute.
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Most non-adversarial proceedings are aimed _______ the finding of facts.
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Judges must have freedom ______ any improper influence.
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Justice is generally administered _______ a multi-tiered system.
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The presiding judge will read the complaint ______ the first trial.
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The regional court of appeal mainly deals ______ appeals.
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Most cases are usually tried by courts ______ the local level.
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Each trial ends ______ a judgement by the trial court.
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In certain cases, litigants can file an action ______ a court other than the local one.
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