barrister

• Type d'avocat au Royaume-Uni et dans certaines autres juridictions de common law, habilité à plaider devant les juridictions supérieures, représentant soit la défense, soit l'accusation.

A type of lawyer in the UK and some other common law jurisdictions who is qualified to argue cases in the higher courts, representing either the defense or the prosecution.

1. Courtroom advocateB2formalbritishlegal

   A lawyer in the UK, Canada, and some other common law jurisdictions who specializes in representing clients in higher courts.

   Avocat plaidant (common law)

   • The barrister presented a compelling argument to the jury.
   • She hired a leading barrister to handle her appeal.
   • Barristers often wear wigs and gowns in court.

   Synonymesadvocatecounselcounselortrial lawyer