Advokat
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NounNoun
A word that functions as the name of a specific object or set of objects, such as living creatures, places, actions, qualities, states of existence, or ideas.
A person who provides “legal services”, both inside and outside the court, in accordance with the prevailing laws and regulations.
Synonyms & Variants
advokat
The term used in formal and legislative contexts in Indonesia.
kuasa hukum
Often used in the context of official documents or court proceedings.
penasihat hukum
A term that often appears in criminal procedures.
pengacara
A term more commonly used by the general public.
Usage Notes or Etymology
This term is borrowed from the Dutch word advocaat, which has its etymological roots in the Latin term advocatus. Historically, this profession refers to someone summoned to provide assistance or defense in legal matters. In the context of Indonesian law, the use of this term is strictly regulated by legislation to distinguish between professional legal practitioners and other parties who provide legal services without official qualifications.
Real-world Usage
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English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.