Lawyers

SOC Code: 23-1011

Lawyerss interpret laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses. This career typically requires extensive preparation (4+ years). With an AI-proof score of 94.4/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Critical Thinking, Active Listening, Persuasion.

AI-Proof Score: 94.4Very High
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Median Salary

$151,160

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Job Growth

4.1%

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Training Time

Extensive preparation (4+ years)

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Job Zone

Zone 5 / 5

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Training Cost

~$80,000

Key Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Active Listening
  • Persuasion
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Writing
  • Speaking

Common Tasks

  • Interpret laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses.
  • Analyze the probable outcomes of cases, using knowledge of legal precedents.
  • Gather evidence to formulate defense or to initiate legal actions by such means as interviewing clients and witnesses to ascertain the facts of a case.
  • Represent clients in court or before government agencies.
  • Evaluate findings and develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.

Why AI-Proof?

  • Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
  • Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
  • Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
  • Social and regulatory barriers to full automation