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Simple English definitions for legal terms

independent counsel

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A quick definition of independent counsel:

An independent counsel is a lawyer who is hired to provide an unbiased opinion about a case or to conduct an impartial investigation. They are often appointed by a government branch or agency to investigate alleged misconduct within that branch or agency. Their job is to provide an objective view of the situation and make recommendations based on their findings. They are different from trial counsel, who represent a party at trial, and appellate counsel, who represent a party on appeal.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: An independent counsel is a lawyer hired to provide an unbiased opinion about a case or to conduct an impartial investigation. This type of counsel is often appointed by a governmental branch or agency to investigate alleged misconduct within that branch or agency.

Example: In 1994, an independent counsel was appointed to investigate President Bill Clinton's involvement in the Whitewater controversy. The counsel, Kenneth Starr, ultimately expanded the investigation to include Clinton's affair with Monica Lewinsky.

This example illustrates how an independent counsel can be appointed to investigate alleged misconduct within a government agency or branch, even if it involves high-ranking officials or the President.

Example: Another example of an independent counsel is Robert Mueller, who was appointed by the Department of Justice to investigate Russian interference in the 2016 United States presidential election and any possible collusion with the Trump campaign.

This example shows how an independent counsel can be appointed to investigate a specific event or situation that may involve political implications or potential conflicts of interest.

Overall, independent counsel plays an important role in ensuring impartiality and fairness in investigations and legal proceedings, especially when there may be concerns about conflicts of interest or bias.

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