Something which was said by my lecturer during college days. I had my doubts about this.
2007-04-07 02:25:10 · 4 answers · asked by sweet_sunshine 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
I don't think so. In many law firms, the work is done by most of the attorneys, and court appearances are done by the "litigation" staff.
In matters like decedents estates, taxes, bankruptcy, etc, any lawyer in the firm could go into court for you, however, in cases where there would be a long trial, a "litigator" would be the person who actually is the lead attorney in the courtroom.
2007-04-07 03:24:54 · answer #1 · answered by Mark 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are many lawyers that don't go to court because they aren't that kind of lawyer. Because of the many different kinds of law out there, the field you choose should have nothing to do with whether or not you want to go to court.
2007-04-07 02:33:07 · answer #2 · answered by exj132 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No..this is silly...less tha 20% of attorneys go to court. Many do contract work, corporate work, patent work, and other areas of law.
Some of the best paid attorneys never go to court and make near half a million a year.
2007-04-07 05:18:23 · answer #3 · answered by Dr. Luv 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It may be that way in England where they have barristers and solicitors. But in the US "class" is based on the prestige of the firm you work for, and commercial law which can involve few court appearance is considered above personal injury and criminal defense which require many trips to court.
2007-04-07 02:36:32 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋