solicitor

Who are they and what do they do? The task of a solicitor is to represent the legal interests of his/her clients.

What are the activities of the job? These include, aside from court procedure itself -- analysing the legal problems of clients (individuals, companies, institutions) who turn to him/her, or whom he/she represents on a contractual basis -- consulting with clients in order to evaluate the case at hand, with respect to legal remedies and the chances of success -- advising clients on the possibilities of out-of-court settlement of their problems - recommending appropriate steps, vis-a-vis the opposite party or other entities or institutions -- composing letters and applications for clients -- dealing with the opposite party, and any other individuals, companies and institutions involved, on behalf of the client, in order to get the best result for the client, using out-of-court options -- managing the operation of a law firm.

The work in court involves: defending individual clients in disputes with other individuals or organisations -- defending divorcing spouses -- defending the interests of citizens who have claims against government institutions, or other organisations and companies -- defending individuals accused of a breach of law -- defending firms and institutions in disputes with individuals or other organisations -- defending firms and institutions accused of a breach of law.

Where is it done and under what conditions? The job is done in an office or similar work space and in courtrooms, in a fairly comfortable work environment.

What tools/equipment do they use? The spoken word, as well as computer technology, telephone, and fax machine.