Meaning & Definition of word "Lawyer"

Lawyer

/ˈlɔː.jər/

1. A person who is qualified to practice law and represent clients in legal matters.
- Example: After completing law school, she became a successful lawyer specializing in corporate law.
2. A person who advises clients on legal rights and responsibilities.
- Example: He consulted a lawyer to understand the implications of the contract.
3. An individual who defends or prosecutes criminal cases in a court of law.
- Example: The lawyer presented compelling evidence to the jury in the high-profile murder case.

From Middle English 'lawier', from Old French 'lawe', from Latin 'lex'.

lawyer up:

To hire or retain a lawyer.

criminal lawyer:

An attorney specializing in defending individuals charged with criminal offenses.

patent lawyer:

A lawyer who specializes in patent law and helps clients obtain patents.

litigation:

The process of taking legal action.

defendant:

An individual accused in a court of law.

plaintiff:

A person who brings a case against another in a court of law.

Meaning: Shyster

Example Sentence: He's such a shyster, always looking for a loophole.

Meaning: Legal eagle

Example Sentence: She’s a real legal eagle, always winning her cases.