Litigator
(noun)
A person who is involved in the process of litigation, especially a lawyer who represents clients in a court of law.
Origin:
The word 'litigator' is derived from the latin word 'litigare' meaning 'to dispute or to sue'.
Examples:
- The litigator was known for his aggressive courtroom style and his ability to win complex cases.
- The litigator represented the plaintiffs in the class-action lawsuit against the big pharmaceutical company.
- The litigator was highly skilled in negotiating settlements outside of court and was successful in avoiding trial in many cases.
- The litigator was a prominent member of the legal community and was often called upon to provide expert testimony in court.
- The litigator was hired by the small business owner to represent them in their dispute with the large corporation.