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TeachMeFinance.com historic definition... Attorney -- An attorney (that is, a private attorney or attorney in fact) is a person empowered by another to act in his stead, especially a person who is legally appointed and formally authorized to transact business for another. The distinction between a private attorney or attorney in fact and a public attorney or attorney at law is that the latter is qualified to prosecute and defend actions in a court of law, whereas the former is restricted to business out of court. About the author Mark McCracken Author: Mark McCracken is a corporate trainer and author living in Higashi Osaka, Japan. He is the author of thousands of online articles as well as the Business English textbook, "25 Business Skills in English". Copyright © 2007 by Mark McCracken, All Rights Reserved. TeachMeFinance.com is an informational website, and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial or legal advice. TeachMeFinance.com and its owner recommend consultation with a professional financial advisor prior to any investment or financial decision. Please read our disclaimer.