defense attorney

English

Noun

defense attorney (plural defense attorneys)

(US) A lawyer who represents defendants in legal proceedings.
1. (US) A lawyer who regularly represents defendants who have insurance and is chosen by the insurance company.
2. (US) A lawyer who regularly represents criminal defendants.

Synonyms

(lawyer who represents defendants): defence counsel (UK)

Coordinate terms

plaintiff's attorney

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Finnish: puolustusasianajaja
French: avocat de la défense
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References

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