effective assistance of counsel - Legal Definition
n
Diligent, competent legal representation in a criminal case that meets
the minimum standards of due care expected of an attorney. Failure to receive
effective assistance of counsel is a common basis for appeal in serious
criminal matters, particularly death penalty cases.
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