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• Provides legal advice: Offers guidance on legal issues to individuals and businesses.
• Represents clients: Acts on behalf of a client in legal proceedings, such as in court or government agencies.
• Defends clients: Represents defendants in criminal or civil cases.
• Prosecutes cases: Conducts criminal prosecutions on behalf of the state, known as a prosecuting attorney.
• Acts as an expert: Serves as an expert on the law. 

• Defense attorney: Represents the defendant in a legal case.
• Prosecuting attorney: Represents the government in a criminal prosecution.
• Public defender: Provides legal representation to indigent defendants at public expense.
• Attorney General: A government's chief legal advisor or prosecutor. 

• The terms are often used interchangeably.
• In some jurisdictions, "attorney" is the preferred term for a practicing lawyer.
• "Attorney" can also specifically refer to someone appointed to act on another person's behalf, as in a power of attorney. 

Attorney Job Description Template

We are looking for a motivated Attorney with exceptional negotiation, research, and communication skills. The Attorney will develop relationships with clients as they establish legal needs, provide counsel, help them understand their legal options, and represent them in court and negotiations. You will also conduct research, prepare legal documents, and perform other duties to ensure that clients receive the best and most cost-effective legal solutions.

To succeed as an Attorney, you should be knowledgeable, attentive, and proactive. You should also be an excellent communicator, negotiator, public speaker, and problem solver.

Attorney Responsibilities:

• Communicating with clients to learn about their legal needs and concerns and providing them with advice.
• Developing strategies to resolve cases favorably and cost-effectively for clients.
• Explaining legal options to clients and bringing possible outcomes or threats to their attention.
• Building relationships with clients based on trust.
• Developing arguments and representing clients in criminal and civil legal proceedings.
• Preparing legal documents, such as contracts, dispositions, and pleadings, accurately and in a timely manner.
• Staying informed about current legislation, especially concerning legal specialties.
• Finding ethical solutions to legal matters.

Attorney Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school.
• Admission to the bar in the state in which you intend to practice.
• Experience or expertise in a specific branch of law may be preferred.
• Commitment to abiding by local, state, and federal laws and behaving ethically.
• Ability to work independently or with a team of attorneys to develop case strategies.
• Strong critical thinking, interpersonal, public speaking skills.
• Ability to negotiate, research, and communicate verbally and in writing effectively.
• Adaptability and attention to detail.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough legal research to analyze and interpret laws, regulations, precedents, and legal articles to assist clients in formulating legal strategies.
• Meet with clients to understand their legal needs and provide expert guidance, strategic solutions, and recommendations.
• Provide guidance on risk management and legal compliance issues for businesses.
• Draft, review, and revise legal documents such as contracts, agreements, pleadings, and other legal instruments.
• Represent clients before state and federal courts, administrative agencies, and other legal proceedings, and present cases effectively.
• Negotiate settlements, agreements, and contracts on behalf of clients to achieve favorable outcomes.
• Write business contracts, such as employment agreements, leases, and purchase/sale agreements.
• Analyze case law to develop arguments to support their client’s position in court.
• Prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
• Advise clients on the merits of their cases.
• Advocate for clients' rights and interests in legal proceedings and negotiations.
• Prepare for trials by researching statute precedents, developing legal strategies, and creating briefs.
• Review documents for accuracy and compliance with laws.
• Verify sources of information to ensure legal accuracy.
• Stay updated on changes in laws, regulations, and legal trends through ongoing legal education and research.

Job Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active state bar membership in good standing in {State}.
• 3+ years of experience practicing law.
• Extensive knowledge of state and federal laws.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, research, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ethical conduct and the ability to maintain client confidentiality.

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, time management, and research skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
• Ability to think critically, analyze data, and make sound legal decisions.
• Knowledge of court procedures and rules of evidence.
• Deep understanding of the relevant laws and regulations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other legal software/databases.
• Ability to build client trust with emotional intelligence.