Lawyer

lawyer adalah orang yang melakukan praktik hukum. Peran seorang lawyer sangat bervariasi di berbagai yurisdiksi hukum. Seorang lawyer dapat diklasifikasikan sebagai advokat, seperti government attorney, canon lawyer, notaris hukum perdata, penasihat, lawyer, legal executive, atau pelayan publik dengan attorney role, attorney function dan attorney privileges yang berbeda.

Synonyms:

legal practitionerattorneylegal officerlegal adviserlegal representativelegal executiveagentmember of the bar

A lawyer is a professional who practices law and provides legal advice and representation to clients. Lawyers are trained in the law and licensed to practice by the relevant jurisdiction. They can specialize in various areas of law, such as criminal law, civil law, corporate law, family law, intellectual property law, and more. 

The role of a lawyer typically includes:

1. Advising Clients: Providing legal advice and guidance to individuals, businesses, or organizations on legal matters and implications.
2. Representation: Representing clients in court proceedings, negotiations, mediations, and other legal settings.
3. Drafting Legal Documents: Preparing legal documents such as contracts, wills, deeds, and legal pleadings.
4. Research and Analysis: Conducting legal research to interpret laws, rulings, and regulations relevant to specific cases or issues.
5. Advocacy: Advocating for clients' rights and interests, ensuring legal procedures are followed and protecting their legal rights.

Lawyers play a crucial role in upholding justice, resolving disputes, and ensuring compliance with legal norms and regulations in society. They may work independently, in law firms, or as part of legal departments within corporations or government agencies.