Barrister
Barrister
Barrister (/ˈbærɪstər/), also known as barrister-at-law or Bar-at-law, is a type of lawyer in common law jurisdictions. Barristers mostly specialise in courtroom advocacy and litigation. Their tasks include taking cases in superior courts and tribunals, drafting legal pleadings, researching the philosophy and hypothesis of law, and providing expert legal opinions.
Etymology
The term "barrister" likely comes from the English language, specifically from the bar which is a reference to the barrier in a court of law which separates the lawyers and judges from the rest of the courtroom. The lawyers who appeared in court became known as "barristers" because they were admitted to plead at the bar in the Inns of Court.
Related Terms
- Solicitor: A solicitor is a legal professional who provides expert legal advice and support to clients. Unlike barristers, solicitors have more direct contact with clients.
- Advocate: An advocate is a professional in the field of law who is qualified to stand in court and defend their client.
- Attorney: An attorney or attorney-at-law is a member of the legal profession who represents a client in court when pleading or defending a case.
- Counsel: This term refers to a person who conducts a case on someone else's behalf in a court of law.
- Inns of Court: The Inns of Court in London are the professional associations for barristers in England and Wales.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Barrister
- Wikipedia's article - Barrister
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