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Attorneys are the legal representatives of their clients in court in criminal and civil trials.
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The types of law that attorneys practice cover almost every aspect of society. Some examples include criminal, family, real estate and personal injury law.

Where do attorneys work?
In general, the courtroom is the arena where attorneys spend most of their time. However, much time is spent outside the courtroom involving research and investigation.

Where can I find an attorney?
There are many ways to find an attorney. You can find one on an online attorney directory where information is available about attorneys at their websites. Your state’s bar association will also have a referral service that can put you in touch with an attorney. Word-of-mouth and the phone book are the standard ways of finding an attorney.

What kind of attorney do I need?
A lot of attorneys specialize in one area of the law. General practitioners, however, have a wide range of matters that they handle. If your legal matter involves a specialized area of law like family, bankruptcy, taxation, or patent laws, then you need to contact a specialist.

How much do attorneys charge?
Attorney fees can cost a pretty penny depending on what type of case you have and how much time an attorney will spend on your case. There are several different types of fee arrangements, including hourly flat fees and contingent fees. Hourly fees are calculated by multiplying the amount of hours an attorney works on your case by the attorney’s hourly rate. Contingent fees are fees that allow the attorney to receive a certain agreed-upon percentage of any judgment amounts you receive. A fixed rate places a set price for the services an attorney will provide you with. Attorney fees are usually calculated without including court costs and filing fees that are usually paid upfront by the client. Always ask potential attorneys to explain their fees and billing practices prior to engaging their services.

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presentence report

Definition:
An investigation conducted at the request of the court after a person has been found guilty of a crime. The purpose is to provide the court with extensive background information to determine the appropriate sentence. On felonies, usually done by the Department of Corrections, Division of Adult Probation & Parole (AP & P).

Habeas corpus

Definition:
Latin phrase meaning "you have the body"; a civil proceeding used to review the legality of a prisoner's confinement in criminal cases. Habeas corpus actions are commonly used as a means of reviewing state or federal criminal convictions. The petitioner alleges the convictions violated state or federal constitutional rights. State habeas proceedings start in state District Court; federal habeas proceedings start in federal District Court. Lower court decisions may be appealed to appellate courts.

Battered child syndrome (B.C.S.)

Definition:
Physical condition of a child indicating that external or internal injuries result from acts committed by a parent or custodian. Also termed Parent Infant Trauma Syndrome (P.I.T.S.).

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