Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
defence-counsel
Noun
dih-fens-koun-suhl
Definition
A lawyer or a group of lawyers responsible for representing the accused in a court of law.
Examples
- The defence counsel argued that there was no sufficient evidence to convict the defendant.
- During the trial, the defence counsel effectively cross-examined the prosecution’s witnesses.
- It is crucial for the accused to have a competent defence counsel to navigate the complexities of the law.
Meaning
Defence counsel is tasked with defending a client against criminal charges or protecting their rights in legal proceedings.
Synonyms
- defense attorney
- legal representative
- criminal lawyer
