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law clerk (or staff attorney) – Assist judges with research and drafting of opinions.
lawsuit – A legal action started by a plaintiff against a defendant based on a complaint that the defendant failed to perform a legal duty, resulting in harm to the plaintiff.
librarian – Meets the informational needs of the judges and lawyers.
litigation – A case, controversy, or lawsuit. Participants (plaintiffs and defendants) in lawsuits are called litigants.