CEFR C1

counselor-at-law

noun

Meaning

A lawyer who advises clients on legal matters and represents them in court.

Examples

The startup hired a seasoned counselor-at-law to guide them through the complex intellectual property regulations.
As a respected counselor-at-law, she was known for her meticulous preparation and persuasive arguments.

Synonyms: lawyer, attorney, solicitor, barrister

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counselor-at-law (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈkaʊnsələr ət lɔː/

Definition

A lawyer who advises clients on legal matters and represents them in court.

Examples

The startup hired a seasoned counselor-at-law to guide them through the complex intellectual property regulations.
As a respected counselor-at-law, she was known for her meticulous preparation and persuasive arguments.
He consulted with his counselor-at-law before signing the intricate contract to ensure all clauses were understood.

How to Use counselor-at-law

counselor-at-law for (prepositional phrase): Serving as a legal advisor for a specific entity or person. — "She became the primary counselor-at-law for the multinational corporation."
consult a counselor-at-law (collocation): To ask for legal advice from a counselor-at-law. — "Before launching the new product, they decided to consult a counselor-at-law."

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