barrister

• Tipo de advogado na Inglaterra e em algumas outras jurisdições de common law, habilitado a atuar perante tribunais superiores, apresentando sustentação oral em nome da defesa ou da acusação.

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.

   Advogado

   • 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.

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