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Day in the Life: Criminal Defence Lawyer

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About the video

Watch Criminal Defence Lawyer Josephus Tan explain criminal proceedings and how the law works.

About the job

Lawyers give Legal advice to clients and represent them in cases. They are responsible for researching and preparing any required Legal documents. They also serve as Advocates, Advisors and Counsellors to their clients.

Note

In a firm, Lawyers start as Legal Associates for 6 to 9 years before becoming Partner, also known as Shareholder. Non-Equity Partners earn a salary and vote on decisions, while Equity Partners share ownership and profits as well as vote on decisions.

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