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UK/["/səˈlɪsɪtə(r)/"]/US/["/səˈlɪsɪtər/"]/

Meaning of Solicitor

In simple words: A lawyer who gives advice and represents clients in legal matters.

Solicitor in a sentence

  • Her first step was to contact a solicitor for advice.
  • I discussed the matter with my instructing solicitor.
  • She is still a practising solicitor at the age of sixty-two.
  • There will be no court duty solicitor today.
  • Bridge joined the firm as a trainee solicitor.
  • Mr Andrew Davis, solicitor for the Jones family, read a statement.

How to use Solicitor

Used mostly in legal contexts. Appropriate in professional settings but may be too formal in casual conversations. In some countries, it refers to a specific type of lawyer.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'solicitor' as someone who 'solicits' legal advice.

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Synonyms for Solicitor

Opposites of Solicitor

Common mistakes with Solicitor

  • Confusing 'solicitor' with 'attorney' - they are not always interchangeable.
  • Using it in informal contexts where a simpler term like 'lawyer' would be better.
  • Misunderstanding the specific job functions of a solicitor compared to other legal professionals.

Compare Solicitor with Lawyer, Counsel, Attorney

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Frequently asked questions about Solicitor

What does Solicitor mean?

A lawyer who gives advice and represents clients in legal matters.

What is the definition of Solicitor?

a lawyer who prepares legal documents, for example for the sale of land or buildings, advises people on legal matters, and can speak for them in some courts of law

How do you use Solicitor in a sentence?

Her first step was to contact a solicitor for advice.

Can you give another example of Solicitor?

I discussed the matter with my instructing solicitor.

What are synonyms for Solicitor?

Common alternatives include lawyer, counsel, attorney, legal representative.

What is the opposite of Solicitor?

Opposite meanings include client.

What words go with Solicitor?

It commonly pairs with competent, good, qualified, a firm of solicitors.

What are common mistakes when using Solicitor?

Confusing 'solicitor' with 'attorney' - they are not always interchangeable. Using it in informal contexts where a simpler term like 'lawyer' would be better. Misunderstanding the specific job functions of a solicitor compared to other legal professionals.

How do you pronounce Solicitor?

US: /["/səˈlɪsɪtər/"]/, UK: /["/səˈlɪsɪtə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Solicitor formal or informal?

"Solicitor" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Solicitor?

Used mostly in legal contexts. Appropriate in professional settings but may be too formal in casual conversations. In some countries, it refers to a specific type of lawyer.

What CEFR level is Solicitor?

"Solicitor" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.