Procedural law, also known as adjective law, refers to the set of rules that outline the process of adjudicating legal disputes. It governs how courts function and how cases proceed from start to finish. Synonymous terms for procedural law include the law of legal procedure, judicial procedure, or simply procedural rules. These synonyms emphasize the focus on the mechanisms and guidelines guiding the legal system's operation rather than the substantive aspects of a case. Regardless of the terminology used, procedural law plays a vital role in ensuring fairness, consistency, and efficiency in the administration of justice, allowing individuals to assert their rights and have their grievances resolved through a well-defined process.