Definition of "lawyer up" [lawyer up]

• To exercise one's right to legal representation, especially on the occasion of refusing to answer law-enforcement officials' questions without the presence of such legal representation. (verb)
• To conduct matters in accord with legal formalities or so as to avoid legal risk. (verb)
• To arrange in a way reflecting legal advice. (verb)

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