Chief legal officers (or general counsels) are chief lawyers and have the responsibility of overseeing every legal aspect of a business or law firm. As the head lawyer, they are paid a premium salary which according to the Bureu of Labor Statistics (BLS) can be as high as $187,199 (90th percentile in 2013) or more depending on the industry. The majority of the time a chief legal officer will advise the business when changes are made to the laws and (…)
According the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP), since its inception in 1924, the Border Patrol’s primary mission remains unchanged: to detect and prevent the illegal entry of aliens into the United States. This may include apprehending individuals who are in violation of the laws of immigration. Border Patrol agents also help prevent terrorists and terrorists weapons, including weapons of mass destruction, from entering the United States. Qualifications In order to start a border patrol career a person must be under the (…)
A lawyer is a person who holds a license to practice law. They advocate on behalf of their clients, or they work in another capacity in the legal field. Not all lawyers actively practice law. Completing the requirements to obtain a law license and getting your license makes you a lawyer. The path to becoming a lawyer can be a challenging one. It is important to start on your path at an early age and learn great study habits while still (…)