house counsel
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of house counsel
First recorded in 1955–60
Example Sentences
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White & Case serves as its legal counsel and FTI Consulting is its financial adviser.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026
However, transfers can have unintended consequences, including Medicaid penalties and tax implications, so make sure you seek out legal counsel before you make any sudden moves.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
“From the outset, we made clear that we would not be acting as your primary legal counsel in that jurisdiction.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
Many of the detainees are without any legal counsel or fallen prey to fly-by-night immigration attorneys.
From Salon • May 30, 2026
Comstock, the attorney and guardian, knew Gregg’s father well and provided legal counsel for the family.
From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann
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