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SaveWhat Does a Lawyer Do?
Lawyers provide legal advice to clients and act on their behalf in legal proceedings and in compliance with the law. They research for, interpret and study cases to represent their clients in a variety of settings such as courts and administrative boards. They create arguments on behalf of their clients for lawsuits in different contexts with the aim of finding a legal remedy.
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Legal Case Management
The procedures of a legal case from opening to closing, such as the documentation that needs to be prepared and handled, the people involved in different stages of the case, and the requirements that need to be met before the case can be closed.
These are common skills for this role, based on a European framework. Requirements vary between jobs, including in the UK. Real-world experience matters more than ticking every box - use this as a guide, not a checklist.
Skills You Need to Become a Lawyer
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialLegal Case Management knowledge
The procedures of a legal case from opening to closing, such as the documentation that needs to be prepared and handled, the people involved in different stages of the case, …
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EssentialCourt Procedures knowledge
The regulations which are in place during the investigation of a court case and during a court hearing, and of how these events occur.
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EssentialAnalyse Legal Evidence skill
Analyse evidence, such as evidence in criminal cases, legal documentation regarding a case, or other documentation that can be regarded as evidence, in order to obtain a clear image of …
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EssentialCompile Legal Documents skill
Compile and collect legal documents from a specific case in order to aid an investigation or for a court hearing, in a manner compliant with legal regulations and ensuring records …
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EssentialInterpret Law skill
Interpret the law during the investigation of a case in order to know the correct procedures in handling the case, the specific status of the case and the parties involved, …
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EssentialObserve Confidentiality skill
Observe the set of rules establishing the nondisclosure of information except to another authorised person.
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EssentialPresent Arguments Persuasively skill
Present arguments during a negotiation or debate, or in written form, in a persuasive manner in order to obtain the most support for the case the speaker or writer represents.
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EssentialPresent Legal Arguments skill
Present legal arguments during a court hearing or during negotiations, or in written form after a trial concerning its outcome and sentence, in order to ensure the best possible outcomes …
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EssentialProtect Client Interests skill
Protect the interests and needs of a client by taking necessary actions, and researching all possibilities, to ensure that the client obtains their favoured outcome.
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EssentialRespond To Enquiries skill
Respond to enquiries and requests for information from other organisations and members of the public.
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EssentialNegotiate In Legal Cases skill
Negotiate on the client's behalf during the treatment of a legal case in order to obtain the most beneficial outcome for the client, and to ensure that all decisions are …
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EssentialNegotiate Lawyer's Fee skill
Negotiate compensation for legal services in or out of court, such as hourly or flat-rate fees, with clients.
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EssentialRepresent Clients In Courts skill
Assume the position of representation in behalf of clients in courtrooms. Present arguments and evidence in favour of the client in order to win the case.
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Optional Skills (5 of 86 displayed)
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OptionalEnvironmental Legislation knowledge
The environmental policies and legislation applicable in a certain domain.
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OptionalMergers And Acquisitions knowledge
The process of joining together separate companies and relatively equal in size, and the purchase of a smaller company by a bigger one. The financial deals, the legal implications, and …
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OptionalCompetition Law knowledge
The legal regulations that maintain market competition by regulating anti-competitive behaviour of companies and organisations.
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OptionalIntellectual Property Law knowledge
The regulations that govern the set of rights protecting products of the intellect from unlawful infringement.
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OptionalBusiness Law knowledge
The field of law concerned with the trade and commerce activities of businesses and private persons and their legal interactions. This relates to numerous legal disciplines, including tax and employment …
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OptionalInternational Trade knowledge
The economic practise and study field that address the exchange of goods and services across geographic borders. The general theories and schools of thought around the implications of international trade …
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OptionalCopyright Legislation knowledge
Legislation describing the protection of the rights of original authors over their work, and how others can use it.
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OptionalCriminology knowledge
The study of criminal behaviour, such as its causes and nature, its consequences, and control and prevention methods.
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OptionalAir Transport Law knowledge
Know air transport laws and regulations. Due to the nature of aviation, knowledge of air transport laws partially overlaps with knowledge of international law.
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OptionalRhetoric knowledge
The art of discourse that aims at improving the ability of writers and speakers to inform, persuade or motivate their audience.
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OptionalCriminal Law knowledge
Th legal rules, constitutions and regulations applicable for the punishement of offenders.
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OptionalFamily Law knowledge
The legal rules that govern family-related disputes between individuals such as marriages, child adoption, civil unions, etc.
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OptionalICT Security Legislation knowledge
The set of legislative rules that safeguards information technology, ICT networks and computer systems and legal consequences which result from their misuse. Regulated measures include firewalls, intrusion detection, anti-virus software …
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OptionalConsumer Law knowledge
The area of law that regulates the relationship between consumer and businesses providing goods or services, including consumer protection and regulations on irregular business practices.
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OptionalContract Law knowledge
The field of legal principles that govern written agreements between parties concerning the exchange of goods or services, including contractual obligations and termination.
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OptionalMedia Law knowledge
Set of laws related to the entertainment and telecommunications industry and regulatory activities within the fields of broadcasting, advertising, censorship, and online services.
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OptionalCommercial Law knowledge
The legal regulations that govern a specific commercial activity.
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OptionalConstitutional Law knowledge
The regulations dealing with the fundamental principles or established precedents which govern a state or organisation.
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OptionalLegal Terminology knowledge
The special terms and phrases used in the field of law.
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OptionalEmployment Law knowledge
The law which mediates the relationship between employees and employers. It concerns employees' rights at work which are binding by the work contract.
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OptionalFinancial Statements knowledge
The set of financial records disclosing the financial position of a company at the end of a set period or of the accounting year. The financial statements consisting of five …
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OptionalEducation Law knowledge
The area of law and legislation that concerns education policies and the people working in the sector in an (inter)national context, such as teachers, students, and administrators.
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OptionalFood Legislation knowledge
Legislation related to the food and feed industry including food manufacturing, hygiene, safety, raw materials, additives, GMOs, labelling, environmental and trade regulations.
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OptionalArchitecture Regulations knowledge
The regulations, statutes, and legal agreements existing in the European Union in the field of architecture.
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OptionalHealth Care Legislation knowledge
The patients` rights and responsibilities of health practitioners and the possible repercussions and prosecutions in relation to medical treatment negligence or malpractice.
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OptionalInvestigation Research Methods knowledge
The methods and strategies used to conduct police, government intelligence or military investigation research, as well as the research regulations specific to the operation.
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OptionalInsolvency Law knowledge
The legal rules regulating the incapacity to pay debts when they fall due.
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OptionalGovernment Representation knowledge
The legal and public representation methods and procedures of the government during trial cases or for communication purposes, and the specific aspects of the governmental bodies being represented in order …
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OptionalTax Legislation knowledge
Tax legislation applicable to a specific area of specialisation, such as import tax, government tax, etc.
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OptionalCivil Law knowledge
The legal rules and their applications used in disputes between different parties.
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OptionalLegal Research knowledge
The methods and procedures of research in legal matters, such as the regulations, and different approaches to analyses and source gathering, and the knowledge on how to adapt the research …
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OptionalPharmaceutical Legislation knowledge
European and national legal framework for the development, distribution, and use of medicinal products for humans.
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OptionalRoad Traffic Laws knowledge
Understand road traffic laws and the rules of the road.
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OptionalSecurities knowledge
The financial instruments traded in financial markets representing both the right of property over the owner and at the same time, the obligation of payment over the issuer. The aim …
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OptionalCivil Process Order knowledge
The legal procedures and standards that courts follow in civil lawsuits.
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OptionalCorporate Law knowledge
The legal rules that govern how corporate stakeholders (such as shareholders, employees, directors, consumers, etc) interact with one another, and the responsibilities corporations have to their stakeholders.
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OptionalInternational Law knowledge
The binding rules and regulations in the relations between states and nations, and legal systems dealing with countries rather than private citizens.
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OptionalLaw Enforcement knowledge
The different organisations involved in law enforcement, as well as the laws and regulations in law enforcement procedures.
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OptionalProperty Law knowledge
The law and legislation that regulates all the different ways to handle property, such as the types of property, how to handle property disputes and property contract rules.
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OptionalRoad Transport Legislation knowledge
Know road transport regulations at regional, national, and European level in matters of safety and environmental requirements.
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OptionalSocial Security Law knowledge
Legislation concerning the protection of individuals and the provision of aid and benefits, such as health insurance benefits, unemployment benefits, welfare programs and other government-provided social security.
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OptionalSubsidiary Operations knowledge
The coordination, processes, and operations revolving around the management of subsidiaries either nationally or internationally. The integration of strategic guidelines coming from the headquarters, consolidation of financial reporting, and abidance …
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OptionalAnti-dumping Law knowledge
The policies and regulations that govern the activity of charging a lower price for goods in a foreign market than one charges for the same goods in a domestic market.
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OptionalCustoms Law knowledge
The legal regulations that govern the import of goods in a country.
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OptionalPublic Auction Procedures knowledge
The regulations involved in the repossession and consequent selling of goods in public auctions in order to obtain the amount owed by an individual as ruled by a court of …
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OptionalRailway Law knowledge
The laws and regulations governing the activities and functioning of the railway system.
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OptionalJoint Ventures knowledge
The legal agreement between companies which get together to create a temporary legal entity where they can share knowledge, technology, and other assets aiming at developing new products or services …
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OptionalLegal Department Processes knowledge
The different processes, duties, jargon, role in an organisation, and other specificities of the legal department within an organisation such as patents, legal cases, and legal compliance.
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OptionalLegislation In Agriculture knowledge
Body of regional, national and European laws enacted in the field of agriculture and forestry concerning various issues such as product quality, environmental protection and trade.
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OptionalUrban Planning Law knowledge
Investments and urban development agreements. Legislative developments regarding construction in terms of environmental, sustainability, social and financial matters.
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OptionalAdvise On Legal Decisions skill
Advise judges, or other officials in legal decision-making positions, on which decision would be right, compliant with the law and with moral considerations, or most advantageous for the adviser's client, …
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OptionalAnalyse Internal Factors Of Companies skill
Research and understand various internal factors that influence the operation of companies such as its culture, strategic foundation, products, prices, and available resources.
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OptionalApply Conflict Management skill
Take ownership of the handling of all complaints and disputes showing empathy and understanding to achieve resolution. To be fully aware of all Social Responsibility protocols and procedures, and to …
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OptionalApply Knowledge Of Human Behaviour skill
Practice principles related to group behaviour, trends in society, and influence of societal dynamics.
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OptionalApply Organisational Techniques skill
Employ a set of organisational techniques and procedures which facilitate the achievement of the goals set. Use these resources efficiently and sustainably, and show flexibility when required.
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OptionalApply Technical Communication Skills skill
Explain technical details to non-technical customers, stakeholders, or any other interested parties in a clear and concise manner.
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OptionalAssess Financial Viability skill
Revise and analyse financial information and requirements of projects such as their budget appraisal, expected turnover, and risk assessment for determining the benefits and costs of the project. Assess if …
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OptionalComply With Legal Regulations skill
Ensure you are properly informed of the legal regulations that govern a specific activity and adhere to its rules, policies and laws.
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OptionalConduct Research Interview skill
Use professional researching and interviewing methods and techniques to gather relevant data, facts or information, to gain new insights and to fully comprehend the message of the interviewee.
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OptionalConsult With Business Clients skill
Communicate with clients of a business or business project in order to introduce new ideas, obtain feedback, and find solutions to problems.
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OptionalDevelop Professional Network skill
Reach out to and meet up with people in a professional context. Find common ground and use your contacts for mutual benefit. Keep track of the people in your personal …
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OptionalDocument Evidence skill
Document all evidence found on a crime scene, during an investigation, or when presented in a hearing, in a manner compliant with regulations, to ensure that no piece of evidence …
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OptionalEnsure Law Application skill
Ensure the laws are followed, and where they are broken, that the correct measures are taken to ensure compliance to the law and law enforcement.
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OptionalHandle Evidence skill
Handle evidence important for a case in a manner compliant with regulations, in order to not affect the state of the evidence in question and to ensure its pristine condition …
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OptionalHear Witness Accounts skill
Hear witness accounts during a court hearing or during an investigation to assess the significance of the account, its impact on the case under scrutiny or investigation, and to aid …
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OptionalIdentify Clients' Needs skill
Identify the areas in which the client may require aid and investigate the possibilities for meeting those needs.
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OptionalInterpret Financial Statements skill
Read, understand, and interpret the key lines and indicators in financial statements. Extract the most important information from financial statements depending on the needs and integrate this information in the …
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OptionalMaintain Operational Communications skill
Maintain communications between different departments of an organisation, between the staff, or during specific operations or missions, to ensure that the operation or mission is successful, or that the organisation …
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OptionalManage Contract Disputes skill
Monitor issues that arise between the parties involved in a contract and provide solutions in order to avoid lawsuits.
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OptionalManage Contracts skill
Negotiate the terms, conditions, costs and other specifications of a contract while making sure they comply with legal requirements and are legally enforceable. Oversee the execution of the contract, agree …
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OptionalModerate In Negotiations skill
Oversee negotiations between two parties as a neutral witness to ensure that the negotiations occur in a friendly and productive manner, that a compromise is reached, and that everything is …
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OptionalPresent Evidence skill
Present evidence in a criminal or civil case to others, in a convincing and appropriate manner, in order to reach the right or most beneficial solution.
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OptionalProvide Legal Advice skill
Provide advice to clients in order to ensure that their actions are compliant with the law, as well as most beneficial for their situation and specific case, such as providing …
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OptionalShow Confidence skill
Demonstrate degrees of maturity by fully understanding one's own qualities and abilities which can serve as sources of confidence in different situations.
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OptionalShow Empathy skill
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OptionalShow Responsibility skill
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OptionalThink Analytically skill
Produce thoughts using logic and reasoning in order to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
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OptionalTrace Financial Transactions skill
Observe, track and analyse financial transactions made in companies or in banks. Determine the validity of the transaction and check for suspicious or high-risk transactions in order to avoid mismanagement.
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OptionalUse Consulting Techniques skill
Advise clients in different personal or professional matters.
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OptionalAdvise On Legal Compliance For Participation In Financial Markets skill
Consult and provide guidance on the legal changes the company has to undergo in order to participate in the financial market such as writing dividend policies, defining the ownership and …
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OptionalAnalyse Enforceability skill
Examine the client's present situation, ideas and wishes under a legal perspective to assess their legal justification or enforceability.
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OptionalDetect Financial Crime skill
Examine, investigate, and notice possible financial crimes such as money laundering or tax evasion observable in financial reports and accounts of companies.
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OptionalMake Legal Decisions skill
Make decisions in legal cases in order to reach an official conclusion which has to be enforced, creating a decision which is legally binding for the parties involved in the …
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OptionalManage Legal Personal Issues skill
Represent clients in personal issues of a legal nature such as trading properties, housing agreements, wills and probate, divorce and alimony requests and personal injury claims.
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OptionalMeet With Clients For Legal Services skill
Meet, interview, and advice clients to know their needs in terms of legal matters and to establish the cooperation based on the specialisation of the professional or legal firm.
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OptionalProvide Legal Advice On Investments skill
Study corporate investments and their legal repercussions in order to advise organisations on the legal procedures, the drafting of the contracts, and tax efficiency operations.
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