noun
- a person who asks for something (such as money or help) from people, organizations, etc.
- a lawyer in Britain who gives legal advice, prepares legal documents, and represents clients in lower courts
Usage: British legal system
Examples
- The charity sent solicitors door-to-door to raise funds.
- Phone solicitors called during dinner asking for donations.
- The company hired solicitors to seek new investors.
- In England, solicitors handle most legal paperwork.
- She consulted a solicitor about her property dispute.
- The solicitor prepared the contract for the house sale.
- Unlike barristers, solicitors can work directly with clients.