Lawyers are generally perceived as successful, therefor they are a good target for abuse.
Why do you think Bill Gates and Richard Branson cop so much crap? I'll admit Microsoft is a bit crap and Virgin is a bit "bleh", but part of the criticism is because of their success.
I think its called the "tall poppy syndrome"?
Of course, businesses can argue they're giving jobs and benefiting the economy. Lawyers can't
