Professional Biography

/ˌproʊˈfɛʃənəl baɪˈɑːɡrəfi/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A concise summary of a legal professional's qualifications, experience, and accomplishments, often used in legal directories or court submissions.
    The attorney included her professional biography with her application to the bar association.

Forms

  • professional biographies

Commentary

Typically drafted to highlight qualifications relevant to legal practice, avoiding personal details irrelevant to professional competence.

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