👉 In legal contexts, a prehearing is a preliminary hearing or proceeding that precedes formal trials and proceedings. It is often used in cases where there are no scheduled court appearances but where there is an urgent need for information or clarification on specific issues. Prehearing hearings can be initiated by the parties to the case, other attorneys, or even judges if they feel that a particular issue should be addressed before a formal trial begins. The purpose of prehearing is often to gather evidence and prepare
