Civil Rights Lawyer
/ˈsɪvəl raɪts ˈlɔɪər/
Definitions
- (n.) An attorney specializing in legal issues related to the protection and enforcement of individual civil rights and liberties.
The civil rights lawyer argued the case of discrimination before the Supreme Court.
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- civil rights lawyer
- civil rights lawyers
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Commentary
Civil rights lawyers often engage in advocacy and litigation to uphold laws protecting against discrimination and violations of fundamental rights.
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