Jurist

noun
  1. A person who is an expert in law, particularly one who is involved in the study, analysis, and application of law. noun
    The conference was attended by several renowned jurists from around the world.
    As a jurist, she has written extensively on international human rights law.
  2. A judge or a legal scholar, especially one who is respected for their knowledge and experience in the legal field. noun
    The jurist delivered a landmark ruling that changed the course of constitutional law.
    He was appointed as a jurist to the Supreme Court due to his extensive legal expertise.