Crossword Genius

Not all solicitors are lawful! (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

licit

'lawful' is the definition.
(synonyms)

'not all solicitors are' is the wordplay.
'not all' indicates a hidden word.
'LICIT' can be found hidden inside 'solicitors are'.

(Other definitions for licit that I've seen before include "Acceptable" , "Allowable" , "in order" , "Legal" , "Permitted by law" .)

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