Lawyers help individuals and businesses with legal problems such as writing wills, purchasing properties, and drafting contracts. To become a lawyer requires obtaining a bachelor's degree with a major in law, attending pre-law school, and passing the state bar exam, which typically takes 4-10 years of education. Lawyers can expect good job opportunities with employers like law offices, courts, and government agencies, and earn salaries ranging from $46,080 to $166,400 annually.