Cryptic crossword clue
Occasions for choosing before once between judge and new attorney 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word REFERENDA

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The straight part
We know that "Occasions for choosing" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case occasions for choosing = referenda.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does REFERENDA mean?

REFERENDA noun
  1. A direct popular vote on a proposed law or constitutional amendment. The adposition on is usually used before the related subject of the vote.
  2. An action, choice, etc., which is perceived as passing judgment on another matter.

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