Legal Definitions - King's Counsel

Definition: King's Counsel is a title given to elite, senior-level barristers or advocates in the United Kingdom, Canada, and territories that have retained the rank. Originally, a King's Counsel was appointed to serve as counsel to the reigning monarch. The abbreviation for King's Counsel is K.C. and it is also termed as senior counsel. It is similar to Queen's Counsel.

Examples:

• John Smith was appointed as a King's Counsel for his exceptional legal skills and experience.
• As a King's Counsel, Sarah Jones has the authority to represent clients in the highest courts of the land.

The examples illustrate that King's Counsel is a prestigious title given to senior-level barristers or advocates who have exceptional legal skills and experience. They have the authority to represent clients in the highest courts of the land and are appointed to serve as counsel to the reigning monarch.