juristin

Juristin is the feminine form of the German noun Jurist. It denotes a person with formal training in law who works in a field related to the legal system. In German-speaking countries, Juristin is used alongside the masculine Jurist, with the gender specified.

Education and licensing: In Germany, the typical route is to complete university study in law, followed by a practical training period (Referendariat) and the Second State Examination. Successful completion enables eligibility for admission to the bar as a Rechtsanwältin and for other legal careers, such as judge or public prosecutor. In Austria and Switzerland, similar pathways exist, with country-specific requirements for licensure and public service. Across jurisdictions, being a Juristin implies professional legal training, not merely academic study.

Career paths: Juristinnen work as attorneys, judges, prosecutors, notaries, corporate counsel, or legal scholars. They may specialize in fields such as civil, criminal, constitutional, or international law, and they can serve in government, courts, private practice, or academia. The term emphasizes both expertise and gender identity, and in many contexts is used interchangeably with the English term jurist or with lawyer when the gender of the professional is intended.