A Day In The Life
Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security Industry
Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security
Represent clients in criminal and civil litigation and other legal proceedings, draw up legal documents, or manage or advise clients on legal transactions.
Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security Industry
Lawyers
Average
$123,370
ANNUAL
$59.31
HOURLY
Entry Level
$49,540
ANNUAL
$23.82
HOURLY
Lawyers
11,480
Projected job openings through 2030
Lawyers
Supporting Programs
Lawyers
Lawyers
01
Analyze the probable outcomes of cases, using knowledge of legal precedents.
02
Advise clients concerning business transactions, claim liability, advisability of prosecuting or defending lawsuits, or legal rights and obligations.
03
Select jurors, argue motions, meet with judges, and question witnesses during the course of a trial.
04
Interpret laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses.
05
Present evidence to defend clients or prosecute defendants in criminal or civil litigation.
06
Represent clients in court or before government agencies.
07
Present and summarize cases to judges and juries.
08
Study Constitution, statutes, decisions, regulations, and ordinances of quasi-judicial bodies to determine ramifications for cases.
09
Prepare, draft, and review legal documents, such as wills, deeds, patent applications, mortgages, leases, and contracts.
10
Negotiate settlements of civil disputes.
11
Work in environmental law, representing public interest groups, waste disposal companies, or construction firms in their dealings with state and federal agencies.
Lawyers
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Law and Government
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
KNOWLEDGE
Administration and Management
KNOWLEDGE
Personnel and Human Resources
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Speaking
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Complex Problem Solving
ABILITY
Oral Expression
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Written Comprehension
ABILITY
Speech Clarity
ABILITY
Written Expression
Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security
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