lawyerdom

Noun

 * 1) The realm or sphere of lawyers.
 * 2) * 1862, Beryl Willow, "The Double Test", Chapter II., in Godey's Magazine, Volume 64, page 135:
 * Through all the grades of "lawyerdom," from that of a simple copyist of deeds up to the satisfactory condition of a legal "limb," in verity, with an extensive practice, I had passed, and had finally come into the enjoyment, whether merited or not, of a handsome reputation as an advocate.