Attorney Referral
/əˈtɜːrnɪ ˈrɛfərəl/
Definitions
- (n.) The act or process by which a lawyer directs a potential client to another attorney, often due to specialization, conflict of interest, or jurisdictional reasons.
The firm provided an attorney referral to a specialist in intellectual property law.
- (n.) A program or service that connects individuals seeking legal representation with qualified attorneys.
She contacted the local bar association's attorney referral service for legal help.
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- attorney referral
- attorney referrals
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Commentary
Attorney referrals may arise from professional networks or formal programs; drafting related documents should clarify whether referrals involve fee-sharing or conflicts of interest.
This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.