Laws Terms For Learning

Definition of: Attorney.

• An attorney is a type of musical instrument.
• An attorney is a person who studies insects.
• An attorney is a legal professional who is licensed to practice law, provide legal advice, and represent clients in legal matters.
• An attorney is a term used in cooking to describe a specific technique.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

What is a Law Firm?

• A law firm is a musical band formed by lawyers
• A law firm is a type of restaurant specializing in seafood dishes
• A law firm is a group of doctors working together
• A law firm is a business entity formed by one or more lawyers to engage in the practice of law.

What is a Lawsuit?

• A lawsuit is a new type of technology
• A lawsuit is a form of dance
• A lawsuit is a legal action brought before a court seeking a legal remedy for a claimed loss.
• A lawsuit is a type of sandwich

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What is a Litigation?

• Litigation is the process of conducting scientific experiments.
• Litigation is the process of taking legal action through the court system.
• Litigation is the process of drafting legal documents.
• Litigation is the process of settling disputes through negotiation.

Define: Legal Advice

• Professional guidance or recommendations given by a lawyer or legal professional regarding legal matters.
• Advice given by a friend
• Guidance from a financial advisor
• Recommendations from a doctor

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Define: Legal Representation

• Legal representation is the act of providing financial advice to clients
• Legal representation is the act of representing a client in medical matters
• Legal representation is the act of providing psychological counseling to clients
• Legal representation is the act of providing legal advice, counsel, or advocacy on behalf of a client in legal matters.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What is Legal Fees?

• Costs associated with hiring a lawyer or attorney for legal services.
• Expenses related to hiring a chef for legal services.
• Costs associated with hiring a plumber for legal services.
• Fees paid to the government for legal services.

What is a Court?

• A court is a term used in card games.
• A court is a tribunal with the authority to adjudicate legal disputes.
• A court is a type of dessert.
• A court is a place where sports are played.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Which of the following are the types of lawyers?

• criminal lawyers, civil lawyers, family lawyers, corporate lawyers, immigration lawyers
• entertainment lawyers
• environmental lawyers
• tax lawyers

What is a Plaintiff?

• A Plaintiff is a person who brings a case against another in a court of law.
• A Plaintiff is a person who defends a case in a court of law.
• A Plaintiff is a person who mediates a case in a court of law.
• A Plaintiff is a person who witnesses a case in a court of law.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C