Defense counsel made a speech in mitigation.
Defense counsel put his case.
He has set up in practice as a solecitor.
He is a partner in a law firm.
He was denied the right to see his lawyer.
Sould legal advice depends upon the lawyer being fully informed by the client.
The accused decided to dispense with the services of a lawyer.
The solicitor attempted to have the charge dropped.
The solicitor paid the fine on behalf of his client.
The solicitor sent an extract of the deeds.