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Rechtsbeistand

legal counsel; legal adviser

noun REKHTS-by-shtant Rare

Usage Note

Rechtsbeistand is a broader term than Rechtsanwalt — it covers any person providing legal support, including non-lawyers authorised for specific proceedings (e.g., trade-union representatives in labour courts).

Examples

"Sie bat einen Rechtsbeistand ihres Vertrauens um Hilfe."

Natural Translation

She asked a trusted legal adviser for help.

Literal Translation

She asked a legal-counsel of-her trust for help.

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