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Lawyer

 
Background
Lawyers provide legal advice to individuals, businesses, and organisations, and represent clients in court or during negotiations. They research laws, prepare legal documents, and help people understand their rights and responsibilities. Lawyers might specialise in areas like criminal law, family law, employment law, or property law.
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Publications
Law Society GazetteLegal Week
Books
To Kill a MockingbirdA Brief History of TimeThe Rule of Law
Movies
SuitsThe Good WifeLegally Blonde
Key Figures
Amal ClooneyRuth Bader GinsburgMalala Yousafzai's lawyerJohnny Depp's legal team
Classification
SIC Code8111, 0The Standard Industry Code
Dewey Reference340, 347For looking up books in your local library
Synonyms
AttorneySolicitorBarristerLegal Counsel
Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026
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