Is an attorney and a lawyer the same thing?

Everyday, people make use of the words "attorney" and "lawyer" on televisions and newspapers. Sometimes, our family and friends may also talk about their need for a lawyer or attorney. These words are often interpreted to mean the same, but they are actually two different things. read more

The difference between a lawyer and an attorney at law is that a lawyer practices law and gives legal advice. An attorney at law handles court cases at all levels of law. read more

NO –an attorney and a lawyer are not the same thing; you can be an attorney without being a lawyer. Any person legally representing another person can be considered an attorney. To be a lawyer you must pass the state BAR tests. However in most cases the attorney is a lawyer. read more