Inter arma enim silent leges - "For among arms, the laws fall silent." A concept that during war, many illegal activities occur. Also taken to mean that in times of war, laws are suppressed, ostensibly for the good of the country.⏎
Iura novit curia - The judge knows the law (technically, there is no need to "explain the law" or the legal system to a judge/justice in any given petition).⏎
Ex factis jus oritur - "The law arises from the facts." A principle in international law that one must take facts on the ground into account when considering the legality of certain kinds of questions.⏎
Fiat justitia et pereat mundus - "Let there be justice, though the world perish." Often used as a motto, notably by Ferdinand I, Holy Roman Emperor.⏎