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Fraud, in the widest sense of the word, is a serious offense that involves intentional deception made for personal gain or to damage another person. Fraud lawyers are specialized lawyers who represent clients who are accused of fraud or are victims of fraud.
Fraud lawyers either prosecute or defend people involved in doing fraudulent activities. Fraud lawyers are usually hired when there is monetary damage to an organization or individual. In addition to this, fraud lawyers usually handle cases where people try to hide the true financial status of their company or organization by showing inaccurate records to convince people to invest in them. Fraud lawyers must be vigilant in gathering evidence of fraud and assessing information to make a good case. Fraud lawyers also interview witnesses and acquire the needed documents and records.
To practice as a fraud lawyer, a person must have a bachelor’s degree and then complete a law degree. After getting your law degree, it is a good idea for a prospective fraud lawyer to do clerkships or internships in firms that specialize in fraud. This will give the aspiring fraud lawyer lots of practical experience and also be able to make valuable contacts in the field. Another requirement of some states is for the lawyer to finish an ethics examination. A fraud lawyer must have continuing legal education and training to keep and maintain his license. This is also to update his skills regularly, and keep in touch with the changes in the field of fraud.