Legal subject is a term used in law to refer to an individual or entity that has legal rights and responsibilities. Legal subjects have the ability to act and be acted upon in the legal system, and they are often recognized as possessing legal personhood. This includes rights such as the right to enter into contracts, own property, file lawsuits, and be held accountable for their actions under the law. Legal subjects can be individuals, corporations, government entities, or other organizations that are recognized as having legal standing in the eyes of the law.
