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solicitor

[suh-lis-i-ter] / səˈlɪs ɪ tər /
NOUN
attorney
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A solicitor representing seven of the families affected by Lucy Letby's crimes has said responsibility for the delay in contacting the police "lies squarely" with hospital executives.

From BBC ● Sep. 16, 2026

It could be a trusted family member or a solicitor, but check whether they charge a fee.

From BBC ● Sep. 8, 2026

During the hearing, defence solicitor Jarlath Faloon said there were "clear concerns" about the defendant's mental health.

From BBC ● Sep. 1, 2026

"Before she passed, she contacted a solicitor," added Brooklyn.

From BBC ● Aug. 24, 2026

“You know he is Miss Havisham’s man of business and solicitor, and has her confidence when nobody else has?”

From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens

For example, every November, Will Aid, external works with solicitors who volunteer their time and waive their fee for writing a basic will.

From BBC ● Sep. 8, 2026

Edney conceded there was "no evidence" that the jurors had communicated with anyone else, but said innocent contact - even just seeing the detective or solicitors - could have resulted in "subconscious influence".

From BBC ● Aug. 22, 2026

He said he wonders if investors read the full disclosures made by such solicitors.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026

Once the buyer's and seller's solicitors have exchanged letters, known as missives, if a party withdraws from the sale they are liable for financial losses to the other party.

From BBC ● Jun. 19, 2026

Then a new batch of solicitors began begging for admittance.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull




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