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Attorneys

Verb / ʌˈtɜ:ni:z / Another word for attorneys — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Attorneys are people who are trained and licensed to practice law, advise clients, and represent them in legal matters.

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Common collocations

  • criminal attorneys
  • divorce attorneys
  • corporate attorneys
  • personal injury attorneys
  • estate attorneys
  • experienced attorneys
  • retained attorneys

Word family

adjective attorney-client

Usage note

Attorneys is the plural form of attorney, a legal professional qualified to practice law. It is often used interchangeably with 'lawyers'.

Example sentences

  1. My mom is an attorney and she helps people with their legal problems.
  2. The defendant hired the best attorney in town to defend him in court.
  3. The attorney filed a lawsuit on behalf of her client.
  4. The attorneys in the firm have expertise in different areas of law.
  5. The judge asked the attorneys to approach the bench for a sidebar discussion.

Quotes

  • The good lawyer is not the man who has an eye to every side and angle of contingency, but who throws himself on your part so heartily, that he can get you out of a scrape.
  • A lawyer with his briefcase can steal more than a hundred men with guns.
  • The first thing we do, let's kill all the lawyers.

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