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Definition of «solicitor»

A solicitor is a legal practitioner who provides advice on various legal matters and represents clients in court. In some countries, such as England and Wales, solicitors are distinguished from barristers, with solicitors handling most legal work including giving advice to clients, drafting legal documents, and representing them in lower courts while barristers handle more complex cases in higher courts.

Usage examples

  1. I hired a solicitor to handle my divorce proceedings.
  2. The solicitor assisted me in drafting a contract for my business partnership.
  3. My solicitor represented me in court during the criminal trial.
  4. I am currently working with a solicitor to purchase a property.
  5. The solicitor helped negotiate a settlement agreement in my workplace dispute.
  6. I consulted a solicitor to guide me through the process of writing my will.
  7. Our company has a team of solicitors who handle all our legal matters.
  8. I sought advice from a solicitor regarding my rights as a tenant.
  9. The solicitor provided legal advice and support to victims of domestic violence.
  10. The solicitor helped me obtain compensation for a personal injury claim.

Phrases with «solicitor»

Sentences with «solicitor»

  • The claimants were represented by the same firm of solicitors in litigation against the defendant local authority. (newlawjournal.co.uk)
  • On completing her studies she joined a local firm of solicitors as a Legal Administrator, in which position she spent two years in the private client department. (rpj.uk.com)
  • Important changes to the duty solicitor regulations will take effect on the same date. (newlawjournal.co.uk)
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