A lawyer that deals with contracts and other personal legal matters and can represent clients in lower courts, not a barrister.
Solicitor
Example Sentences
"See your solicitor about the contract."
"The solicitor prepared the will."
Etymology & History
British lawyer. British legal profession. General practice solicitor British. Barrister British courtroom specialist separate. Americans 'attorney'. Reflects British legal profession division.
Word Details
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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Formal
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