Comparative law notes
The term "advogado" is broader than "barrister", as it refers to any person who is qualified to practice law. In Brazil, there is no differentiation between lawyers who are allowed to plead for clients in the lower courts or the higher courts. A barrister in Brazil would be called "advogado" (attorney; lawyer), "advogado processualista" or "advogado de contencioso" (litigator).