Civil Rights Attorney
/ˈsɪvəl raɪts əˈtɜːrni/
Definitions
- (n.) A lawyer specializing in the protection and enforcement of individuals' civil rights under the law.
The civil rights attorney filed a lawsuit against the discriminatory employer.
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Commentary
Typically focused on cases involving discrimination, voting rights, and equal protection; often works with statutes like the Civil Rights Act.
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