Lawyer, or a lawyer's advice Crossword Clue

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(noun)
1. a lawyer who pleads cases in court
2. something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action
(verb)
1. give advice to

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

ADVICE (noun)
1. a proposal for an appropriate course of action
LAWYER (noun)
1. a professional person authorized to practice law; conducts lawsuits or gives legal advice

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