"In witness whereof," "as hereinbefore mentioned," etc (8)

I believe the answer is:

legalese

(Other definitions for legalese that I've seen before include "barman's peculiar words" , "such language at the bar!" , "formal language" , "Solicitor's jargon" , "Special terms" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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