lawyer
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He has argued this is just part of his work as a defence lawyer, while critics have accused him of enriching himself by defending powerful criminals.
From BBC • May 31, 2026
De La Espriella is a lawyer and businessman who dubs himself "El Tigre", the tiger.
From BBC • May 31, 2026
“Blanche signed an agreement that is not worth the paper it’s written on—except that government personnel at present will not challenge it,” said Stuart Bassin, a former Justice Department tax lawyer.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026
Another group of west Africans has been sent to Ghana by the United States, including at least one with deportation protections, a lawyer involved with the case told AFP Saturday.
From Barron's • May 30, 2026
“Until a lawyer tells me otherwise, nobody talks to Mom. And if she contacts you, tell me immediately.”
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
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