Maxim 1.5.91
That is perfect which is complete in all its parts; and nothing is perfect whilst anything remains to be done.
Id perfectum est quod ex omnibus suis partibus constat; et nihil perfectum est dum aliquid restat agendum.
Source: 9 Co. 9; Jackson
Difficulty 3/5 — Intermediate
Explanation
A legal proceeding, instrument, or obligation must be complete in every essential element — an incomplete act is imperfect and may be challenged until it is perfected.
Where this applies
- A partially completed contract is challenged as imperfect.
- A transaction is missing a final step and someone claims it is therefore invalid.
Legal domains
Cite this maxim
NeCede Max. 1.5.91 — That is perfect which is complete in all its parts; and nothing is perfect whilst anything remains to be done. — 9 Co. 9; Jackson (Id perfectum est quod ex omnibus suis partibus constat; et nihil perfectum est dum aliquid restat agendum.)
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