Attorney/əˈtɜːrni/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Legal Representation Refers to lawyers acting in court on someone's behalf, often in criminal or civil cases. The attorney argued the innocence of her client. Pro Tip 2/3Not Your Lawyer In common speech, used to clarify they are not providing legal advice. I'm an attorney, but not your attorney, so consult someone for your case. Pro Tip 3/3Professional Advice Consult an attorney for complex legal issues rather than handling them alone. For the property dispute, seek advice from a qualified attorney.