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In re is a Latin phrase meaning �in the matter of.� The term �In re� is used in legal documents to refer to a case, particularly a case without an opposing party. For example, "In re Estate of Ruth Bentley" might be used to refer to a probate case about the estate of Ruth Bentley.

The use of �in re� refers to the object or person that is the primary subject of the case. �In re� is commonly used in probate proceedings and also in juvenile courts. In re Gault is an example of a case regarding a juvenile criminal defendant. It is also used in the title or name of a case where the proceeding is in rem or quasi in rem and not in personam.