Legal Aid Lawyer

/ˈliːɡəl eɪd ˈlɔːjər/

Definitions

  1. (n.) An attorney who provides legal services and representation to clients unable to afford private counsel, typically funded by government or charitable programs.
    The legal aid lawyer helped the tenant contest the eviction notice effectively.

Forms

  • legal aid lawyer
  • legal aid lawyers

Commentary

The term specifically denotes attorneys working within or alongside legal aid programs; clarity in jurisdictional funding and scope is important when drafting related documents.

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.

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