1. The first formal declarations or remarks made at the beginning of a legal proceeding, meeting, or presentation
The initial statements from both attorneys outlined their case strategies.
As declarações iniciais de ambos os advogados delinearam suas estratégias de caso.
2. Opening remarks or positions presented at the start of a discussion or negotiation
The initial statements made by the committee chair set the tone for the meeting.
As declarações iniciais feitas pela presidente do comitê definiram o tom da reunião.