Ferguson's Careers in Focus books are a valuable career exploration tool for libraries and career centers. Written in an easy-to-understand yet informative style, this series surveys a wide array of commonly held jobs and is arranged into volumes organized by specific industries and interests. Each of these informative books is loaded with up-to-date career information presented in a featured industry article and a selection of detailed professions articles. The information here has been researched, vetted, and analyzed by Ferguson's editors, drawing from government and industry sources, professional groups, news reports, career and job-search resources, and a variety of other sources. For readers making career choices, these books offer a wealth of helpful information and resources. Each profession article includes: Quick Facts; Overview; History; The Job; Earnings; Work Environment; Exploring; Education and Training Requirements; Certification, Licensing, and Special Requirements; Experience, Skills, and Personality Traits; Employer Prospects; Advancement Prospects; Outlook; Unions and Associations; Tips for Entry; For More Information; and Sidebars. This book covers 32 jobs, including: Bail Bondsmen; Bailiffs; Bankruptcy Lawyers; Biotechnology Patent Lawyers; Bodyguards; Border Patrol Agents; Bounty Hunters; Civil Litigation Lawyers; Corporate Lawyers; Court Interpreters and Translators; Court Reporters; Criminal Lawyers; Elder Law Attorneys; Environmental Lawyers; Family Lawyers; Forensic Experts; Intellectual Property Lawyers; and Law Librarians.