r/Ask_Lawyers 12.07.2024 post by reddituser bettyx1138:
Why do lawyers prefer to be called attorneys?
NAL, I work amongst them. Is there a difference between the terms lawyer and attorney?
Imho it’s shorter to say a two syllable word than three syllables and it’s less letters to write 🤷🏼♀️ am I insulting lawyers/attorneys by calling them lawyers?
In US: must be an attorney licensed and in good standing in any state, territory or DC.
Outside US: must be a lawyer or equivalent (eg counselor, barrister, advocate, solicitor), duly educated and licensed/accredited and in good standing.
As a general rule, experienced and currently practicing lawyers, and those teaching law in the legal academy, are more likely to be admitted.