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Rechtsanwältin

lawyer (female)

noun REKHTS-an-vel-tin Rare

Also means

solicitor / barrister (female)

Usage Note

Rechtsanwältin is the feminine of Rechtsanwalt; the title is protected and requires passing both state law examinations (Erstes and Zweites Staatsexamen). German lawyers are licensed to represent clients in all courts; there is no solicitor/barrister split.

Examples

"Die Rechtsanwältin beriet ihren Mandanten ausführlich vor der Verhandlung."

Natural Translation

The lawyer advised her client thoroughly before the hearing.

Literal Translation

The lawyer advised her client thoroughly before the hearing.

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