This U.S. Census Bureau NAICS-based industry comprises establishments, headed by members of the bar, primarily engaged in the practice of law. These establishments may specialize in a particular form of law practice or provide a range of legal services.
Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
Providing specialized legal or paralegal services, (except offices of lawyers and attorneys, settlement offices, and title abstract offices)--are classified in 54119900, All Other Legal Services;Researching public land records to gather information relating to real estate titles; preparing documents necessary for the transfer of the title, financing, and settlement; conducting final real estate settlements and closings; and filing legal and other documents relating to the sale of real estate--are classified in 54119100, Title Abstract and Settlement Offices; andProviding legal aid or advice, and are non-profit and tax-exempt--are classified in 54111020, Legal aid societies and similar legal services.