This career is viewed by the public as a profession, not just a job. Any democratic system needs an efficient and effective judiciary which clearly spells out the citizen's fundamental rights other than assuring him of a smooth process to address their grievances which consumes less time, money and energy.

Law affects our lives in many different ways. Any business, financial or social transaction would mean going through a variety or rules and this is where the work of lawyers and judges assumes great significance. It is the job of the lawyer to interpret these laws correctly to their respective clients and serve their interests to the best of their ability in the courts of law. Almost all lawyers indulging in private practice function from their chambers other than from their homes or rented offices.

People Associated with this Profession

Judges - Judges ensure a fair and proper proceeding at the hearing so as to safeguard the legal rights of all parties involved.

Solicitors - Solicitors may work independently, with small firms working in one specific area or with a large firm that is divided into various departments give legal advice and represent clients in legal matters.

Advocates/lawyers - Advocates or lawyers represent their clients in civil and criminal trials. They clarify application of the law in a particular situation, give advice regarding their clients' legal rights and obligations, suggesting possible courses of action which serve their interests.

Legal executives - Law graduates also have the option to work as executives in legal departments of corporate entities. Their work involves representing and giving the best possible advice to their employers in course of litigation cases.

Political law - All cabinet and state-ranked ministers utilise the services of legal experts whose duty is to advise them on issues relating to the constitution and the political scenario.

Information services - Lawyers who prefer dealing with documents, information and research rather than dealing with people can opt for a career in legal information services.

Requirement

Since dealing with people is a vital aspect of a lawyer's job, lawyers must have good communicating and negotiating skills. They must have fluency and clarity in speech. Most of all, they must be good at handling questions, counter questions, tackling arguments, interrogation, etc. A good amount of physical stamina is a must since lawyers deal with courts and clients, work for long hours and travel every now and then.

Students can enter course in Law for a B.A. LLB (honors) degree after passing out of school. After that they can go for a masters degree.

Following are some of the links and addresses that may be visited to get more information on Law in Pakistan:

http://www.lawandlawyers.com.pk/

http://www.pakistanlawyer.com/

http://www.vebeye.com/smlaw/

Law Office of Sohaib Qadar

Office Address is:
177-A Gomal Road
Sector E-7
Islamabad
Pakistan
Email: sohaib@sohaibqadar.com

Khursheed Khan & Associates
305 Amber Estate
K.C.H.S. 7 & 8
Shahrah-e-Faisal
Karachi-75350
Pakistan
Phone: (9221) 4533 665 and 4533 669
Fax: (9221) 4549 272 and 4536 109
E-mail: attorney@pakistanlaw.com

Information about international Law schools:

http://dir.yahoo.com/Government/Law/Law_Schools/

Information about utility of IT in this field:

http://dir.yahoo.com/Business_and_Economy/Business_to_Business/Law/Software/