Incomes generally increase as the lawyer gains experience and becomes better known in the field. The beginning lawyer in solo practice may barely make ends meet for the first few years. The National Association for Law Placement reports that first-year associate lawyers earned median first-year base salaries of $200,000 in 2023. Salaries ranged from $150,000 to $215,000.

The average sala...

Law offices are usually pleasant, although busy, places to work. Lawyers also spend significant amounts of time in law libraries or record rooms, and in the homes and offices of clients. They may also do onsite visits or investigations of property for a particular case. They may represent clients at closings or court appearances.

Often real estate lawyers have to work long hours, spendin...

Employment for lawyers in general is expected grow about as fast as the average for all careers from 2023 through 2033, according to the Occupational Outlook Handbook.

Nevertheless, continued population growth and typical business activities will create demand for lawyers who specialize in real estate law. Opportunities may be plentiful in areas of the United States experiencing...