### Instruction:
What does a lawyer do?

### Response:
A lawyer helps to interpret laws and rules for business, and individuals.  If needed they will help their clients execute a lawsuit in court on their behalf by presenting facts verbally and written.  If they are not going to court they can also help with legal issues and documentation, contracts, wills,  and appeals.  An example of a lawyer is a patent or divorce lawyer.  Another name for a lawyer is an attorney.