Barrister (Noun)
Meaning
A British or Canadian lawyer who speaks in the higher courts of law on behalf of either the defense or prosecution.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The barrister stood confidently in front of the judge, arguing his client's case with conviction.
- She was a highly respected barrister, known for her exceptional courtroom skills and ability to win difficult cases.
- As a junior barrister, he spent many late nights researching and preparing for his first major trial.
- The prosecution's barrister presented a strong case against the defendant, highlighting the key evidence that implicated him in the crime.
- After years of working as a solicitor, she decided to become a barrister and began her training to argue cases in the higher courts.