Law Firms:

Law firms, sometimes with one lawyer and sometimes with thousands will typically become highly proficient in one or several areas of law. In addition to state divisions, Lawyers-by-City.com is divided into areas of specialty for personal injury lawyers, divorce attorneys, criminal lawyers, etc.

Lawyers/Attorneys:

Since lawyers are individually licensed to practice law in a particular state, this legal directory is divided into state listings. Any lawyers (attorneys) or law firms listed on a state page will be able to practice law at least in that state, although it is wise to check with the State Bar Association in that state to be certain that your lawyer is properly licensed to practice law in that state.

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Lawyers and Law Firms by Specialty

Please note that although the American Bar Association recognizes Certification programs for certain legal specialties (for example, Bankruptcy, Family law, and Criminal law), State Bar associations handle areas of legal specialization differently. You can contact the State Bar association in your state to find out which areas of practice offer certification programs recognized in each state. The list below identifies areas of practice or specialization that may or may not be recognized legal specialties in your state. However, attorneys will often concentrate in certain areas of practice more than others.

Personal Legal Issues

Adoption - Attorneys who specialize in adoption may be able to help you with the legal documents required, helping you negotiate with adoption agencies both in the United States and foreign countries, if you are seeking a foreign adoption. See Adoption Lawyers.

Bankruptcy Lawyers - When you need legal advice or help to file for personal bankruptcy or other protection from your creditors, you will need Bankruptcy Lawyers.

Civil Rights Lawyers - For issues that involve housing discrimination, educational discrimination or other discrimination issues related to race, sex, age or disabilities or issues relating to an individual's rights as guaranteed by the US Constitution you should seek counsel from Civil Rights Lawyers or attorneys specializing in employment law.

Criminal Lawyers - Any issues that involves being charged with a crime, including DWI, traffic violations or any case involving either jail time or jury trials, would be handled by Criminal Lawyers.

Elder Law Lawyers - Issues related to senior citizens, such as housing issues, mental incompetence issues, long-term health care or Social Security issues are sometimes handled by attorneys who concentrate in an area of law commonly known Elder Law.

Employment Lawyers -Employment issues, such as workers compensation for employment related injuries, discrimination in the workplace, sexual harassment issues, whistle blower protection or any work related legal issues, can consult an Employment Lawyer.

Entertainment Lawyers - The entertainment industry has unique legal issues that have prompted some attorneys to concentrate on this area of practice as a specialty. Legal issues related to contract negotiations, royalty rights and other intellectual property rights in the entertainment industry are often handled by attorneys commonly known as Entertainment Lawyers, although any attorney who is knowledgeable about contract law or intellectual property would be qualified to advise clients on these same issues.

General Practice Attorneys - Many attorneys and law firms, even those with areas of specialization, will spend some portion of their time on general legal matters. These might include contract disputes, liable actions, family issues, real estate law, wills and probate, criminal law, traffic cases and other legal matters. See General Practice Lawyers.

Family Law - Divorce, child custody, adoption, child support, and matters involving Domestic Violence, Visitation Rights, Prenuptial Agreements, Guardianships, Unmarried Couples, Powers of Attorney or competency hearings for family members would often be handled by a Family Law Specialist or Divorce Lawyer.

Immigration Law - Individuals who need legal assistance with Non-Immigrant (Temporary) Visas, Immigrant Visas (Permanent Green Cards), obtaining US Citizenship, or Deportation from the United States, should consult an Immigration Lawyer who specializes in this area of law.

Intellectual Property Lawyers - Intellectual property includes US Patents, Trademarks, Copyright issues, including many issues related to doing business on the Internet, such as domain name disputes and theft or misuse of intellectual property on the Internet. If you need help getting a patent on an invention or securing other intellectual property rights, talk with Intellectual Property Lawyers.

Legal Malpractice Lawyers - If you do not feel that you have received proper or ethical treatment from your attorney and want to file a complaint or a law suit against your attorney, you will want to consult an attorney who specializes in Legal Malpractice.

Litigation - Litigation attorneys, also known as trial lawyers, handle a diverse set of legal issues from depositions to court trials. Lawyers experienced in litigation are also well versed in tactics to avoid costly litigation, such as "cease and desist" letters, negotiation and mediation. Class actions, personal injury claims, damages resulting from breach of contract situations and other issues that may result in court appearances or jury trials are also handled by Trial Lawyers.

Medical Malpractice Lawyers -

Military - Courtmartial defense and other legal matters related to individuals who are or have been activelt involved in the US armed services.

Personal Injury Lawyers - Injuries resulting from automobile accidents, pet bites, motorcycle accidents, as well as injuries resulting from use of products, sexual abuse, wrongful death, toxic mold, railroad accidents, construction accidents, airplane accidents, and class action suits will be handled by a personal injury lawyer. The initial consultation for many of these cases is free of charge. Payment for legal services, if the attorney accepts your case is often on a contingency basis. What this means is the your attorney will only be paid if he wins your case. The payment will be some percentage of the settlement of judgment that you are awarded. You should discuss the payment conditions with your attorney to be sure that you understand them prior to signing any documents related to your case. See Personal Injury Lawyers.

Real Estate Lawyers - Lawyers who handle title searches, preparation of real estate closing statements, disputes over real property ownership, easements, buying or selling your home or other residence, construction on your property, eminent domain issues, environmental issues, disputes between landlords and tenants, zoning and land use, disputes between neighbors or even issues involving your property and pets, would generally be handled by Real Estate Lawyers.

Taxation Lawyers - Internal Revenue Service (IRS) audits, tax planning, representation in front of a Tax Court, property tax appeals and tax issues related to both business formation and dissolution are handled by attorneys who specialize in Tax Law.

Traffic Lawyers - Cases involving speeding tickets, criminal charges if driving

Trusts, Estates and Wills Lawyers -

Business Legal Issues

Corporate or Business Bankruptcy Attorneys - Business or corporate bankruptcy

Collections and Creditors - Your business may want to hire an attorney to advise you on the laws in your state or the state where the debtor is located. Attorneys can help you write a collection letter to the debtor, file a lawsuit or work as a mediator to settle a dispute between a debtor and a creditor. See Collection lawyers.

Employment - Employment issues, such as workers compensation for employment related injuries, discrimination in the workplace, sexual harassment issues, writing sexual harassment policy statements, development of pension and profit sharing plans, pre-employment criminal investigations, drug screening policies or any other employee related legal issues, can consult an Employment Lawyer.

General Business - - Many attorneys and law firms, even those with areas of specialization, will spend some portion of their time on general legal matters. These might include contract disputes, liable actions, incorporation, real estate law, employment law, mediation, collections and other business matters. See Business or Corporate Attorneys.

Intellectual Property Lawyers - Intellectual property includes US Patents, Trademarks, Copyright issues, including many issues related to doing business on the Internet, such as domain name disputes and theft or misuse of intellectual property on the Internet. Find Intellectual Property Lawyers.

International -

Internet - Legal ownership of domain names, cybersquatting, deep linking, and issues related to copyright or trademark violations or infringement of such rights. Although many Internet related legal issues involve many of the same issues covered under Intellectual Property rights, an additional understanding of legal problems specific to the Internet can be important to your case. In such situation, you mat want to consult an attorney who specializes in Internet Law.

Mediation - Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and lawyers who specialize in mediating disputes are commonly known as ADR Specialists.

Real Estate - - Lawyers who handle title searches, preparation of real estate closing statements, disputes over real property ownership, easements, buying or selling your commercial property, construction on your property, eminent domain issues, environmental issues, disputes between landlords and tenants, zoning and land use, and commercial leases, would generally be handled by Real Estate Lawyers.

Incorporation / Partnerships - Forming a business entity such as a corporation or partnership involved filing incorporation documents with the State, developing partnership agreements, forming limited liability corporations (LLC), writing franchise arrangements, articles of incorporation, buy-out agreements and many other contracts and agreements necessary to start a business. Most attorneys or law firms that handle General Business Law can be consulted for any of these legal matters.

Taxation - Internal Revenue Service (IRS) audits, tax planning, representation in front of a Tax Court, property tax appeals and tax issues related to both business formation and dissolution are handled by attorneys who specialize in Tax Law.