They spend most of their time researching clientscases. This involves meeting with and advising clients. Lawyers also read laws and may interview clients and witnesses. Before going to court, lawyers write legal documents. These documents inform other lawyers about their clients case.
Lawyers often try to settle the case before it goes to court.
Most lawyers specialize in an area of law. Some lawyers specialize in trial work. They need to be able to think very quickly and speak well. Other lawyers specialize in criminal or civil law. Criminal lawyers represent people who have been charged with a crime.