Pleader
(noun)
- A person who argues on behalf of another in a legal court.
- A person who makes a case or argument for something.
Origin:
Middle english (in the sense "one who pleads a cause"): from old french plaidour, from plaidier "to plead", from latin placitare "to ask, entreat".
Examples:
- The pleader was a skilled orator and was able to effectively argue the client's case.
- The pleader was able to present compelling evidence in support of their argument.
- The pleader's impassioned speech moved the jury to acquit the defendant.
- The pleader was hired to represent the interests of the community in the lawsuit.
- The pleader made a strong plea for clemency on behalf of the condemned man.