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paralegal
a trained assistant who supports lawyers
In more detail
1. (noun) a person who is trained to assist lawyers but is not a lawyer themselves, handling administrative tasks and legal research
2. (noun) a person who has completed formal training in legal assistance and can perform certain legal tasks independently in some jurisdictions
Examples
- 1. The paralegal prepared the documents for the court case.
- 2. She works as a paralegal and helps clients with their wills and contracts.
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