Law Practice Areas

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Defense of individuals and companies charged with criminal activity. Includes felonies, misdemeanors, DUI, drug crimes, and white-collar offenses....

Bankruptcy

99 lawyer

Legal representation for individuals and businesses seeking debt relief through Chapter 7, Chapter 11, or Chapter 13 bankruptcy....

Protection of creative works and inventions including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets....

Tax Law

45 lawyer

Legal advice and representation on federal, state, and local tax matters including tax planning, disputes, and IRS audits....

Legal claims against healthcare providers for injuries resulting from medical negligence or substandard care....

Legal representation for employees injured on the job seeking benefits for medical expenses, lost wages, and disability....

Civil Rights

105 lawyer

Legal protection of individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution including discrimination, police misconduct, and First Amendment ca...

Legal matters related to environmental protection, pollution, regulatory compliance, and natural resource management....

Legal services for healthcare providers, hospitals, and organizations on regulatory compliance, HIPAA, and healthcare transactions....

Legal services for the entertainment industry including contracts, licensing, talent representation, and content distribution....

Education Law

21 lawyer

Legal issues in education including student rights, special education, school discipline, and Title IX compliance....

Elder Law

47 lawyer

Legal services for seniors including Medicaid planning, nursing home abuse, guardianship, and long-term care planning....

Military Law

13 lawyer

Legal services for military personnel including court martial defense, military justice, veterans benefits, and discharge upgrades....

Legal issues in the construction industry including contract disputes, defects, liens, delays, and regulatory compliance....

Legal issues in the aviation industry including accidents, regulatory compliance, airline disputes, and drone regulations....

Sports Law

2 lawyer

Legal services for athletes, teams, and sports organizations including contracts, endorsements, and dispute resolution....

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About Practice Areas

The U.S. legal system encompasses a wide range of practice areas, each addressing specific types of legal matters. Attorneys typically specialize in one or more areas of law to provide the most effective representation for their clients.

Core Practice Areas

  • Criminal Law: Covers criminal charges, defense, DUI, white-collar crimes, and federal offenses.
  • Family Law: Covers divorce, child custody, alimony, adoption, and prenuptial agreements.
  • Employment Law: Covers workplace disputes, wrongful termination, discrimination, and employment contracts.
  • Business Law: Covers corporations, commercial contracts, mergers, acquisitions, and business disputes.
  • Real Estate Law: Covers property transactions, landlord-tenant disputes, zoning, and title issues.
  • Estate Planning: Covers wills, trusts, probate, estate administration, and inheritance disputes.

Choosing the right practice area for your legal matter is critical to the success of your case. Browse the categories above to find experienced attorneys who specialize in the area of law relevant to your situation.

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