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What kind of lawyer was Patrick Henry?

  • Criminal defense

  • Family law

  • Political law

  • He worked on a variety of cases

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Patrick Henry practiced law in 18th-century Virginia, initially handling various cases such as civil suits and debt collection. However, he gained widespread recognition and fame for his eloquent courtroom speeches, particularly in criminal defense trials and cases involving freedom of speech and civil rights.
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