in behalf of (redirected from in someone's behalf)

in behalf of someone and in someone's behalf; on behalf of someone; on someone's behalf; in someone's name

[doing something] as someone's agent; [doing something] in place of someone; for the benefit of someone. I'm writing in behalf of Mr. Smith, who has applied for a job with your company. I'm calling on behalf of my client, who wishes to complain about your actions. I'm calling in her behalf. I'm acting on your behalf.

See also: behalf