what is the difference between a solicitor and a barrister?

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admin Conveyancing 2010-05-31

also, which of the two is higher in rank (if there is a rank) and please explain in easy language please… no law jargon

poor_yorick @ 2010-05-31 00:47

A solicitor is the lawyer who talks with and has the contact with the client, while the barrister is the person who actually stands up in court and makes the case, talks to the judge, etc… In American law, the lawyer essentially performs both of these roles, but it is separate in UK law. While there is no real ranking, barristers typically have a higher status.

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