Seems to be lots of different terms but they all seem to have law degrees
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The English language has lots of words for the same, or similar, things.
The words are often interchangeable.
*Typically*, a barrister is the person who represents someone in court. Solicitors and lawyers usually do not. “Lawyer” means licensed, which includes solicitors, who are usually specialized in one area.
“King’s Counsel” is an experienced lawyer, permitted to wear a funny costume in court.
“Advocate” is anyone who does stuff for a client.
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