solicitor (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /səˈlɪsɪtər/
Definition
A legal professional who advises clients on legal matters and prepares legal documents, but who typically does not have the right to appear in higher courts.
Examples
He consulted a solicitor about the terms of the contract.
The solicitor explained the process of buying a house.
She works as a criminal defence solicitor in London.
How to Use solicitor
- solicitor for (prepositional phrase)
- To act as the legal representative for a specific client or entity. — "She was the solicitor for the defendant in the high-profile case."
- solicitor general (collocation)
- A high-ranking government lawyer who represents the government in legal matters. — "The Solicitor General's office handles appeals to the Supreme Court."
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