English–French

“legal scholar” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/leʒist/

Example

Le légiste enseigne le droit à l'université.

The legal scholar teaches law at the university.

Illustration for légiste (legal scholar)

How to say “legal scholar” in French

“Legal scholar” in French is légiste.

A scholar at a desk comparing statutes and court decisions, then organizing legal theory for teaching and publication.

Full entry for légiste: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with légiste

Il travaille comme légiste dans une entreprise.

He works as a legal scholar at a company.

Tips for using légiste

  • Unlike avocat, légiste usually refers to legal scholarship and doctrine rather than courtroom representation.

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