The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word SEISE
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The straight part
We know that "Lawyer’s put in possession of" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case lawyer’s put in possession of = seise.The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does SEISE mean?
SEISE verb- To vest ownership of a freehold estate in (someone).
- (with of) To put in possession.
- To seize.