litigate
1. [ verb ] (law) engage in legal proceedings
Related terms: challenge sue litigant
2. [ verb ] (law) institute legal proceedings against; file a suit against
Synonyms: sue process action
Examples:

"He was warned that the district attorney would process him" "She actioned the company for discrimination"

Related terms: challenge expedite legal_action summons petitioner
Similar spelling:   litigator
  litigation