A corporate lawyer is a lawyer who specializes in corporate law and ensures business contracts and transactions are legal. Corporate lawyers serve as advocates in trials involving illegal contracts and other financial issues, and as advisors counseling clients on legal matters related to competition and contracts. They typically work in offices, law libraries, and courtrooms. Becoming a corporate lawyer requires obtaining a law degree after graduating from college, passing the bar exam, and potentially gaining additional legal experience. Salaries start around $57,000 annually but increase to over $124,000 after 10-15 years, with potential to earn over $1 million. The job growth outlook for corporate lawyers is around 13% and considered stable.