Could it not be said that is because lawyers have created the environment where one is needed so much more now than say, 30 years ago, 20 years, even 10 years ago?
No, when you are in trouble, especially when you know you are innocent, and the “deck is stacked against you”, you’ll be glad to have a lawyer at your side. I’m glad Herman retained Lin Wood. BTW, I know, and tell, as many “lawyer” jokes as anyone. But, I still say: Everyone hates lawyers until they need one.