Special Counsel

/ˈspɛʃəl ˈkɒnsəl/

Definitions

  1. (n.) An attorney appointed to investigate, and if warranted, prosecute or advise on a particular legal matter, often involving government interests or independent inquiries.
    The special counsel was appointed to investigate allegations of governmental misconduct.

Forms

  • special counsel

Commentary

The term denotes a role rather than a permanent office, often implying political or legal independence for sensitive investigations.

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