The lawyer will defend her client in court.

To support or argue for someone or something in a legal context.
He will defend his position during the trial.
They hired an attorney to defend them against the charges.
She plans to defend her rights in the legal battle.
defend a case
defend a client
defend against charges
protect
support
argue for
She will defend her friend in the argument.

To protect someone or something from harm or attack.
He will defend his position during the meeting.
The lawyer will defend her client in court.
Parents often defend their children when they are wronged.
defend a position
defend a claim
defend against attacks
protect
guard
support