Jurist

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Jurist

Jurist (/ˈdʒʊərɪst/; from Latin: iuris meaning "law") is a person who studies, develops, applies, or otherwise deals with the law. The term is widely used in the United States and Canada to denote a legal professional such as a judge, attorney, or law professor. In the United Kingdom, Australia, and many other countries, the term jurist often refers to a scholar of law or a legal commentator.

Etymology

The term "jurist" comes from the Latin word "iuris", meaning "law". It was first used in the English language in the early 16th century to refer to an expert in the law, particularly one who publicly interprets laws and legal matters.

Related Terms

  • Lawyer: A person who practices or studies law; an attorney or a counselor.
  • Judge: A public official appointed to decide cases in a court of law.
  • Legal scholar: An individual who conducts scholarly research and analysis in the field of law.
  • Attorney: A person, typically a lawyer, appointed to act for another in business or legal matters.
  • Law Professor: A person who teaches law at a law school.

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