a lawyer whose methods are underhanded

What does "pettifogger" mean?

Merriam-Webster says pettifogger has two main meanings. The first is “a lawyer whose methods are petty, underhanded, or disreputable.”. The second meaning is “one given to quibbling over trifles.”. Quibble is another word for argue. And a trifle is something that is unimportant or of little value.

When is John Roberts impeachment trial?

Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2020. (Senate Television via AP)

What does "manager" mean?

manager - n. someone who is in charge. treacherous - adj. something that can not be trusted. embarrassed - adj. feeling or looking foolish in public. aspire - v. to want to achieve something. standard - n. a level of achievement that is considered desirable.

What is a prosecuting attorney?

prosecuting attorney: : an attorney who conducts proceedings in a court on behalf of the government : district attorney. prosecutor: : a person who institutes a prosecution before a court. solicitor: : one that solicits. criminal lawyer: : a lawyer who specializes in criminal law.

What is a criminal lawyer?

criminal lawyer: : a lawyer who specializes in criminal law. mouthpiece: : something placed at or forming a mouth. public defender: : a lawyer usually holding public office whose duty is to defend accused persons unable to pay for legal assistance.

What does "authority" mean?

authority: : power to influence or command thought, opinion, or behavior the president’s authority. pro: : an argument or evidence in affirmation an appraisal of the pros and cons. professional: : of, relating to, or characteristic of a profession.

What does "legislator" mean?

legislator: : one that makes laws especially for a political unit. solon: : a wise and skillful lawgiver. ambulance chaser: : a lawyer or lawyer’s agent who incites accident victims to sue for damages. pettifogger: : a lawyer whose methods are petty, underhanded, or disreputable : shyster.

What is a district attorney?

district attorney: : the prosecuting officer of a judicial district. prosecuting attorney: : an attorney who conducts proceedings in a court on behalf of the government : district attorney. prosecutor: : a person who institutes a prosecution before a court. solicitor: : one that solicits.

What is a public defender?

public defender: : a lawyer usually holding public office whose duty is to defend accused persons unable to pay for legal assistance. trial lawyer: : a lawyer who engages chiefly in the trial of cases before courts of original jurisdiction. solicitor: : one that solicits. jurist: : one having a thorough knowledge of law.

What is a solicitor?

solicitor: : one that solicits. criminal lawyer: : a lawyer who specializes in criminal law. mouthpiece: : something placed at or forming a mouth. public defender: : a lawyer usually holding public office whose duty is to defend accused persons unable to pay for legal assistance.