solicitor
//səˈlɪsɪtə//
Noun
solicitorSingular
solicitorsPlural
1
(British) A lawyer who advises clients on legal matters, prepares legal documents, and represents clients in lower courts.
I need to see a solicitor to help me with my house purchase.
2
(US) A person who seeks business or contributions from others; a canvasser.
The charity hired solicitors to collect donations door to door.
3
(US) The chief law officer of a city, town, or government department.
The city solicitor advised the mayor on the new zoning regulations.