Follow Michael, an immigration lawyer and solo practitioner in NYC, as he navigates his fast-paced workday. From handling emergency client calls to explaining the pros and cons of running your own law firm, you'll get an inside look at this demanding career. If you are curious about legal careers and being your own boss, explore opportunities on Indeed today! 0:00 - Meet Michael, an Immigration Attorney 0:33 - Starting the morning as an Immigration Lawyer 1:01 - Different types of Immigration Lawyers 1:52 - Working with higher risk clients 2:45 - Steps to become an Immigration Lawyer 3:21 - Skills needed to be an Immigration Lawyer 4:12 - Pros of being owning your own law practice 4:54 - Key challenges of being a lawyer Indeed compensated this participant for sharing his story. The average salary for a lawyer is $107,650 per year in the United States. 810 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated April 13, 2026).* Interested in seeing more careers? ...