- Statewide
- Western Prosperity Zone
- Southwest Prosperity Zone
- North Central Prosperity Zone
- Northeast Prosperity Zone
- Northwest Prosperity Zone
- Piedmont-Triad Prosperity Zone
- Sandhills Prosperity Zone
- Southeast Prosperity Zone
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Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security
- Annual Median Wage$ 95,076$60,675
$234,884Annual NC Wage Range
Growth Rate
Fast Growing
- Lawyers advise and represent clients on legal proceedings or transactions.
What do they typically do
- Advise and represent clients in criminal or civil proceedings and in other legal matters
- Communicate with clients, colleagues, judges, and others involved in a case
- Conduct research and analysis of legal issues
- Interpret laws, rulings, and regulations for individuals and businesses
- Present facts and findings relevant to a case on behalf of their clients
- Prepare and file legal documents, such as lawsuits, contracts, and wills
Number of Jobs
Average AnnualJob Growth +0.3%Job Opening 7Education & Training
- Education Most require a graduate degree like a master's, Ph.D., M.D., or law degree.Associated Programs or MajorsMoreLicenseMore
NC Workforce CredentialsPrivate Training Programs183189Change 6