Laws in the United States are a direct derivative of the Common Law or Anglo-Saxon law of England. This is why its structure, organization, and execution are so different from the law that exists in Latin America and Europe (Roman law). The existence of lawyers in the United States also differs to some extent from those commonly found in other countries.
Among the most popular types of lawyers in the United States are the following:
Personal injury lawyer.
If you suffered an accident and get injured, this is the type of lawyer you have to look for. These lawyers specialize in seeking compensation for damages caused by third parties.
Bankruptcy lawyer.
When experiencing financial difficulties and contemplating a bankruptcy filing, it is best to seek the advice of a bankruptcy lawyer. Bankruptcy lawyers advise their clients on the type of bankruptcy to file according to each specific situation.
Intellectual property lawyer.
Also known as IP lawyer. This type of attorney specializes in intellectual property, which is, everything related to copyrights, trademarks and patents, among others.
Labor or Employment lawyer.
Whether it is a company involved in problems with an employee or a person in a complicated situation with their employer, this type of lawyer is the one who specializes in such situations.
Corporate lawyer.
A corporate lawyer advises companies and corporations on corporate-related matters.
Immigration lawyer.
If a person is experiencing problems related to their immigration status, this type of attorney can help. Issues such as visa processing, citizenship petitions, refugee or asylum applications and green cards, concern this specialist.
Criminal lawyer.
Once a person is facing criminal charges, a criminal lawyer can help with matters such as bail, settlements, arrests, appeals and trials.
Medical malpractice lawyer.
Sometimes doctors make mistakes. When facing the consequences of a medical error a medical malpractice lawyer is the specialist to call.
Tax lawyer.
These types of attorneys specialize in intervening in (mostly adverse) IRS-related situations.
Family lawyer.
Matters such as prenuptial agreements, divorce, custody and support are the specialty of a family lawyer. It is advisable to have the support of a professional in this area when facing processes such as those mentioned above.
Civil litigation attorney.
This type of specialist is helpful in matters such as civil or private lawsuits.
There is other slightly less common or more specific types of lawyers that can help in other types of situations. Whatever the case may be, it is advisable, when facing legal problems, to look for a lawyer that suits the particular situation of each person.