jurist

Example Sentences

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A jurist’s job is to fairly apply the law, not to serve an ideology or donors.

From Washington Post

He is not a jurist, nor did he attend law school.

From New York Times

The “best” candidate for a Supreme Court seat is a largely subjective decision, a choice of one extremely talented, accomplished jurist among the country’s many incredible legal minds.

From Washington Post

The judge upending California’s gun laws: ‘Blessed’ jurist or ‘stone-cold ideologue’?

From Los Angeles Times

Lawmakers also voted on judges for other Virginia courts, and because the shuffling of jurists creates other openings, the General Assembly recessed the special session without adjourning.

From Washington Post