Lawyer Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Lawyer includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Representing clients in court;
  • Presenting arguments in court;
  • Drafting legal documents;
  • Negotiating settlements.
  • Taking instruction from clients and their solicitors;
  • Undertaking legal research into relevant points of law;
  • Writing opinions and advising solicitors and other professionals;
  • Understanding and interpreting the law;
  • Mastering and managing legal briefs (cases);
  • Preparing cases for court, including holding client conferences, preparing legal arguments, etc.;
  • Advising clients on matters of law and evidence and the strength of their case;
  • Examining and cross-examining witnesses;
  • Summing up the reasons why the court should support the client’s case;

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Lawyer duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Lawyer roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.