Civil Rights Lawyer Research Paper

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The main focus of a civil rights lawyer, is solving and negotiating cases that involve equality, human rights, social freedom, and discrimination. This occupation also includes researching presented cases, creating legal documents, arguing cases in court and negotiating specific agreements. Often times researching cases involve investigating legal data, and deciphering laws and rulings for individuals, business, and organizations. It is normal for people with this job to experience stress while presenting their client’s case in front of the courtroom. A civil rights lawyer is only on duty only when someone has their rights violated and filed a civil suit against the person or group that committed the offense. Then the attorney is consulted

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