solicitor
/səˈlɪsɪtər/
noun
- A type of lawyer in the UK and some other countries who gives legal advice, prepares legal documents, and represents clients in lower courts.
- In England, many people go to a solicitor for help with buying a house or writing a will.
- The solicitor argued the case in the local magistrate's court.
- The solicitor reviewed the contract before her client signed it.
- A person who tries to get business, support, or money from people, especially by asking directly.
- She worked as a solicitor for a political campaign, gathering signatures and support.
- A solicitor for the charity knocked on doors asking for donations.
- The company hired a solicitor to call potential customers and offer free trials.
- In the US, a government lawyer or official who represents a city, state, or federal agency in legal matters.
- The solicitor for the Department of Labor filed a brief in the employment dispute.
- The state solicitor argued the case before the appeals court.
- The city solicitor advised the mayor on the new zoning law.
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