The Lincoln Lawyer is the story of Mickey Haller, an iconoclastic idealist who takes on cases big and small all over the world while practicing law from the back of his car. After the murder of his former partner, Mickey Haller, a successful lawyer, is forced to take over his law firm and a sensational murder case. Taking on the case from the backseat of his Lincoln Town Car, Mickey realizes that the stakes are higher than he ever imagined.
The Lincoln Lawyer Quotes
Mickey Haller: “Opening statements are special. It’s your time to bond with the jury, but go on too long, you’ll lose them.”
Mickey Haller: “I’m not an advocate for justice. I’m an advocate for my client. My job is to get them the best deal possible within the confines of the law.”
Mickey Haller: “The truth is like a mirror – it reflects what you look at.”
Mickey Haller: “In this business, you learn to trust your gut. It’s usually right.”
Mickey Haller: “There’s no such thing as a perfect client. We all have our secrets.”
Mickey Haller: “The law is a game of chess. You have to think three steps ahead of your opponent.”
Mickey Haller: “Never underestimate your opponent. They’re always capable of surprising you.”
Mickey Haller: “In this business, you have to be willing to play dirty. Sometimes the ends justify the means.”
Mickey Haller: “The justice system is flawed, but it’s the best we have.”
Mickey Haller: “I’m not a hero. I’m just a guy trying to do his job.”
Margaret McPherson: “The law is not about truth or justice. It’s about winning.”
Cisco Wojciechowski: “I left a motorcycle club to work for you, and somehow, my life has gotten even crazier.”
Lorna Sussman: “The law is a weapon. You have to use it wisely.”
Frank Sussman: “There’s no such thing as a fair trial. It’s all about who has the best lawyer.”
Jerry Vincent: “The law is a labyrinth. It’s easy to get lost.”
Trevor Elliot: “I didn’t do it. I swear to God, I didn’t do it.”
Gloria Alvarez: “I’m not a murderer. I’m a mother.”
Harry Bosch: “The truth is always hidden somewhere. It’s just a matter of finding it.”
Mickey Haller: “I’m not afraid of the dark. I’m afraid of what’s in the dark.”
Margaret McPherson: “The law is a double-edged sword. It can be used for good or for evil.”
Mickey Haller: “I’m not a perfect person. I’ve made mistakes. But I’m trying to be a better man.”
Cisco Wojciechowski: “Loyalty is everything. Without it, you’ve got nothing.”
Lorna Sussman: “The law is a game of inches. One small mistake can cost you everything.”
Frank Sussman: “The only thing that matters in this business is winning.”
Jerry Vincent: “The law is not always about justice. It’s about what you can prove.”
Trevor Elliot: “I’m not a monster. I’m just a guy who made a mistake.”
Gloria Alvarez: “I didn’t want to hurt anyone. I just wanted to protect my son.”
Harry Bosch: “The truth will always come out. It’s just a matter of time.”
Mickey Haller: “I’m not afraid of anyone. I’m not afraid of anything.”
Margaret McPherson: “The law is a powerful tool. It can be used to change the world.”