Lawyers and Legal Practice: Types, Ethics,
and Costs
Litigator
A lawyer who represents clients in court, handling lawsuits, trials, and appeals.
Counsel
A lawyer who provides legal advice and guidance.
Public Defender
A lawyer appointed to represent individuals who cannot afford private counsel.
Prosecutor
A lawyer who represents the government in criminal cases.
Attorney
A person authorized to practice law and represent clients.
District Attorney
The chief prosecutor for a local government area.
Private Practice
Lawyers working independently or in law firms, making up 65% of lawyers.
Government Lawyers
Lawyers employed by government entities, making up 15% of lawyers.
Corporations and Unions
Lawyers working for corporations or unions, making up 15% of lawyers.
Public Interest Groups
Organizations that provide legal services for social causes, making up less than 3% of lawyers.
Professors, Judges, and Elected Officials
Individuals in legal education or public service roles, making up 1% of lawyers.
Where to Find a Lawyer
and Costs
Litigator
A lawyer who represents clients in court, handling lawsuits, trials, and appeals.
Counsel
A lawyer who provides legal advice and guidance.
Public Defender
A lawyer appointed to represent individuals who cannot afford private counsel.
Prosecutor
A lawyer who represents the government in criminal cases.
Attorney
A person authorized to practice law and represent clients.
District Attorney
The chief prosecutor for a local government area.
Private Practice
Lawyers working independently or in law firms, making up 65% of lawyers.
Government Lawyers
Lawyers employed by government entities, making up 15% of lawyers.
Corporations and Unions
Lawyers working for corporations or unions, making up 15% of lawyers.
Public Interest Groups
Organizations that provide legal services for social causes, making up less than 3% of lawyers.
Professors, Judges, and Elected Officials
Individuals in legal education or public service roles, making up 1% of lawyers.
Where to Find a Lawyer