legaladviser
nounUK /ˈliːɡəl ədˈvaɪzə/
US /ˈliːɡəl ədˈvaɪzər/
A person whose job is to tell people what the law says and help them with legal problems.
The company hired a legal adviser to check the contract before signing it.
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2. A lawyer who works inside a company or organization and gives advice on legal matters.
As in-house legal adviser, she reviews every agreement the firm makes.
3. Someone who helps people understand their rights and duties under the law.
The charity's legal adviser explained the new housing rules to the tenants.
4. An expert who gives opinions on legal questions without representing clients in court.
The government consulted a legal adviser on whether the policy was lawful.