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​​Is There a Difference Between a Lawyer and an Attorney?

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An attorney is short for attorney at lawa title that indicates the person has graduated from law school and is licensed to represent clients in court. A lawyer , on the other hand, is someone who has attended law school and can offer legal advice but may not represent clients in court. Why do some lawyers call themselves attorneys?