Lawyer

/ˈlɔɪər/

noun

A person who is qualified to advise people about the law and represent them in court.

If you're charged with a crime, you should hire a lawyer to defend you.

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Refers to lawyers who actively participate in court trials defending or prosecuting.

My lawyer argued my case before the judge.

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Lawyers provide strategy for legal situations, not just court cases.

The lawyer offered guidance on how to settle the dispute out of court.

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Lawyers often specialize in certain legal areas like family or criminal law.

She is a respected criminal lawyer who handles serious offenses.

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