Lead Attorney
/ˈliːd əˈtɜːrnɪ/
Definitions
- (n.) The primary attorney responsible for managing a legal case and leading the legal strategy on behalf of a client.
The lead attorney presented the opening argument to the jury.
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- lead attorney
- lead attorneys
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Commentary
The term 'lead attorney' specifically denotes the principal lawyer directing case strategy, distinguishing this role from co-counsel or associate attorneys.
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