What is the job of a solicitor and lawyer and what is the difference?
Which is the one that works in a firm and doesn't require going to court?
Thanks a lot!
Answer by John W
My simplistic understanding is a solicitor draws up paperwork, contracts, when you buy a house etc. A lawyer will more likely help you sue people, go to court etc (although that is more a barrister in court - but the lawyer advises these things as a first step).
The lines are blurred, and many professional offices have all these, and work in together. You may need a licence to practice some of this in some countries.
A solicitor will rarely, if ever, go to court. A lawyer will sometimes. A barrister is always in court. Again, my simplistic understanding.
Answer by Mu1
There are two types of lawyer - a solicitor and a barrister. A barrister works in the courts and wears the wig and gown (sometimes) A solicitor often works in a firm and would handle day to day stuff like conveyancing and family disputes etc. A solicitor is generally salaried whreas a barrister is usually self employed, receiving work from solicitors on behalf of clients who need representation.
Answer by mailaccount63
Solicitors are generally in Europe.
Lawyers are generally in the USA.
That's it.
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