Definitions for "Of Counsel"
Reference to a senior lawyer who is not actively involved in the day-to-day running of a law firm, but who may be available in relation to particular matters or for consultation. This designation often identifies a semi-retired partner/principal.
Phrase used to identify attorneys that are employed by a party to assist in the preparation and management of a case but who are not the principal attorneys of record in the case.
a phrase describing lawyers who are not the principal attorney of record in a case but who are assisting; also describing lawyers who contract with law firms independently, rather than being partners or associates (employees) of a firm