Practice of Law
The practice of law is the jurisdiction-defined activity of exercising professional legal judgment for another person or entity by applying legal principles to that person’s particular circumstances or objectives.
Practice of Law
The practice of law in criminal law is the jurisdiction-authorized exercise of professional legal judgment in relation to investigation, charging, defense, prosecution, adjudication, sentencing, appeal, or post-conviction consequences arising from an alleged offense.
Practice of Law
The practice of law in civil law is the jurisdiction-authorized exercise of professional legal judgment to define, preserve, contest, resolve, or enforce noncriminal rights, duties, liabilities, and remedies for a person or organization.
Practice of Law
The practice of law in family law is the jurisdiction-authorized exercise of professional legal judgment concerning family status, relationships, caregiving, safety, support, and property.
Practice of Law
The practice of law in immigration law is the exercise of professional legal judgment, by a person authorized under the governing system, concerning admission, entry, presence, status, permission to work or travel, family or employment sponsorship, humanitarian protection, detention, removal, naturalization, nationality, or related review.