CEFR C1

solicitor

noun

Meaning

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.

Synonyms: lawyer, attorney, counsel, advocate

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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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