Jurisconsult
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌd͡ʒʊəɹɪskənˈsʌlt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Jurisconsult is a noun meaning (Roman and civil law) A person authorised to give legal advice.
Meaning
(Roman and civil law) A person authorised to give legal advice.
More Meanings
- (civil law) A master of civil law. Abbreviation: J.C.
- (law) A master of jurisprudence.
- (law) Someone who has studied law.
- (law) A jurist.
Example Sentences
The Court shall be composed of a body of independent judges, elected regardless of their nationality from among persons of high moral character, who possess the qualifications required in their respective countries for appointment to the highest judicial offices, or are jurisconsults of recognized competence in international law.
Word Forms
- jurisconsults
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include abogado, counselor, consul, civilian, solicitor, conservator.
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