Name. [`əˈtɝːni`] a professional authorized to practise law; conducts legal disputes or provides legal advice. We hope the following list of synonyms for the word legal defense will help you complete your crossword puzzle today. We have organized synonyms in order of length so that they are easier to find. (n. 1) a general term for the efforts of a lawyer who represents an accused during the trial and in pre-trial maneuvers to defeat the prosecuting party in a criminal case or the prosecutor`s office. (2) a response to a complaint called an affirmative defense to counter, dismiss or remove all or part of the plaintiff`s claims. 1. Nominal expression Homeowner insurance generally provides and pays defense attorneys to represent homeowners in cases of bodily injury and property damage. 2.

In criminal cases, a prosecutor discusses with the defense lawyer whether the accused is guilty. 3. Nominal expression You can also contact a criminal defense lawyer. 4. Nominal expression Two types of lawyers work in criminal law – prosecutors and defence lawyers. Name. the Federal Department of Homeland Security Protection of the United States; Founded in 1947.