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Lawyers in America have different kinds of jobs

By Shevchenko Helen, 9-2

What types of jobs do lawyers have?

• Most lawyers in the United States are in private practice, meaning that they don`t work for the government. Many lawyers work together with other lawyers in groups known as law firms. These firms provide a range of services with different attorneys specializing in different areas of the law. Many of the larger law firms have multiple offices - often in large cities in the United States and sometimes an office overseas as well.

• Some attorneys work for themselves and are called solo practitioners. This means that the lawyer doesn`t officially work for or with any other attorneys, though many attorneys will share office space with other attorneys or may have friendly relationships with other attorneys. Other attorneys work for the government in a variety of settings - a federal or state agency, a defender's office, or some other type of job.

What is a public interest law firm?

• A public interest law firm is a private association. The primary goal of private law firms is to make money practicing law. Public interest law firms usually have a different agenda.

• There are many public interest law firms that defend civil liberties, advance guns-rights and libertarian points of view, advocate on behalf of religious causes, and defend certain types of cases.

What advantage is it for a person to have representation from a public interest law firm?

• The advantage is that often the person has to pay little or no legal fees. The public interest law firms take cases on a pro bono (for free) basis. Given the rising and often high cost of legal services, the value of public interest law firms is immense.

Do private attorneys take cases pro bono?

• Pro bono publico ("for the public good") is recommended by the American Bar Association and state bar associations. The ABA recommends that attorneys devote 50 hours a year in pro bono legal services.

Are there limitations on the amount of attorney's fees?

• Yes, most states' ethical codes prohibit lawyers from charging exorbitant or unreasonable fees. That begs the question of when is a lawyer's fee unreasonable. These factors include the time and labor involved, the customary fee charged for such services in the area and the experience, reputation and ability of the lawyer who charges the fees.