Lawyers
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Occupation Description
Lawyers represent clients in criminal and civil court cases and other legal proceedings, draw up legal papers, or manage or counsel clients on legal transactions. They also can concentrate in a single area or may practice largely in many ranges of law.
Total Employees In 2010
581920
Job Openings By 2025
212000
Growth Rate
10.1%
Required Work Experience
None
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