What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
solicitor
Example
I need to consult a solicitor about my legal options. [solicitor: noun]
Example
The solicitor drafted the contract for the new business partnership. [solicitor: noun]
Example
The charity hired a team of solicitors to raise funds for their cause. [solicitors: plural noun]
attorney
Example
I hired an attorney to represent me in court. [attorney: noun]
Example
The attorney cross-examined the witness during the trial. [attorney: noun]
Example
I appointed my brother as my power of attorney in case of emergency. [power of attorney: legal term]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Attorney is more commonly used than solicitor in everyday language, especially in the US. However, solicitor is a common term in the UK legal system.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between solicitor and attorney?
Solicitor is typically associated with a formal and professional tone, while attorney can be used in both formal and informal contexts in the US.
