Definition:
A litigator is a lawyer who specializes in criminal or civil litigation. Litigators represent plaintiffs and defendants in hearings, arbitrations and mediations as well as jury and non-jury trials. The plaintiffs and defendants involved in the lawsuit are known as “litigants.” Litigators may lead a trial team consisting of litigation paralegals, experts, legal secretaries, litigation support personnel and others.
Also Known As:
Trial Lawyer, Trial Attorney, Trial Advocate
Examples:
The litigator cross-examined the witness before the judge and jury.
