Paralegal

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  • noun. A person who assists a lawyer in the performance of various legal tasks and activities associated with the representation of clients.
  • adjective. Of or relating to the tasks performed by a paralegal.
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  • noun. One who assists a lawyer in their routine work but who is without the qualified status of a solicitor or barrister (England and Wales), attorney (U.S.), or advocate; known more commonly in the U.S. as a legal assistant.
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  • noun. a person with specialized training who assists lawyers