What does a Lawyer do?
Always winning arguments? Law could be for you…
Lawyers provide advice and representation for individuals, government agencies, and businesses. This title could also refer to Solicitors, Barristers, Advocates, Attorneys, or any other legal professional.
They could specialise in a wide variety of fields, from employment, finance, and environmental, to property, taxation, and family law – with specific duties varying depending on the setting, specialism, and nature of the case.
However, the role of a Lawyer will usually comprise of tasks such as negotiating with clients, researching case law, calculating claims, attending court (if necessary), and preparing and filing legal documents.
Other tasks and duties for a Lawyer include:
- Preparing paperwork for court
- Attending court hearings
- Presenting cases to judges
- Giving legal advice to clients
- Gathering and analysing information to support legal actions
- Developing strategies and arguments
- Negotiating settlements
Is a career as a Lawyer right for me?
Aside from a flare for critical thinking and persuasion, you’ll also need to be a keen researcher with a passion for all things legal.
Additionally, interpersonal, problem solving, and analytical skills are an absolute must – whether you’re using them to build trusting relationships with clients, prepare a defensive argument in court, or analyse data to support a case.Some cases may also be more difficult to win, so it’ll be up to you to persevere and effectively fight your corner. In other words, if you tend to give up easily, a career in law might not be for you.
You’ll also need to be:
- A good researcher
- Excellent at public speaking
- A precise and specific writer
- Dedicated and committed
- A great negotiator
