A criminal lawyer is a legal professional who specializes in defending individuals or organizations charged with criminal offenses. There are several synonyms for the term criminal lawyer, including criminal defense lawyer, defense attorney, public defender, private attorney, and criminal law attorney. Each of these terms refers to an individual who is trained and experienced in criminal law and represents clients who have been accused of committing crimes. Criminal lawyers often work closely with prosecutors, judges, and law enforcement officials to negotiate plea bargains, prepare legal arguments, and present evidence in court. Effective criminal lawyers are skilled negotiators and advocates who fight for their clients' rights and freedom.