. The view that a defense attorney's main concern is looking out for the client's
interest; that nothing matters more to them than securing favorable plea
agreements or, ideally, acquittals, is described as characterizing the defense
attorney as a:
A) "jack-of-all-trades."
B) "double agent."
C) "zealous advocate."
D) "beleaguered dealer."
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Yes, you are correct! The view that a defense attorney's main concern is looking out for the client's interest; that nothing matters more to them than securing favorable plea agreements or, ideally, acquittals, is described as characterizing the defense attorney as a "zealous advocate."
To arrive at this answer, let's break down the options given:
A) "Jack-of-all-trades" refers to someone who is competent in many different skills or areas. While defense attorneys do need to have a wide range of legal knowledge, this option does not capture the single-minded dedication to the client's interests.
B) "Double agent" refers to someone who acts as a spy or infiltrator for two different sides or interests. This option does not accurately describe the role of a defense attorney because they are ethically and legally bound to solely represent the interests of their client.
C) "Zealous advocate" captures the idea of an attorney who passionately defends their client's interests and vigorously argues their case. This option aligns with the view described in the question.
D) "Beleaguered dealer" does not accurately describe the role of a defense attorney. It implies a sense of struggle or being overwhelmed, which is not the primary characteristic being described in the question.
Considering these options, "zealous advocate" best characterizes the defense attorney's main concern.