Cryptic crossword clue
Legal order from fellow to block American 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word MANDAMUS

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The straight part
We know that "Legal order" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case legal order = mandamus.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does MANDAMUS mean?

MANDAMUS noun
  1. A common law prerogative writ that compels a court or government officer to perform mandatory or purely ministerial duties correctly.
MANDAMUS verb
  1. To serve a writ of this kind upon.

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