December 23 2021
Our Top 10 Legal Films & TV Series
Flex News
Louise Anderson
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If you're isolating, recovering or relaxing this winter, Flex Legal is here to help. We’ve rounded up our top 10 legal films and TV series to keep you entertained, motivated and inspired.
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1) Suits
Follow Corporate Lawyer, Harvey Specter, and his associate, Mike Ross, on their legal adventures in New York. Learn why cheating your way through Law School never pays off.This series is a MUST for any aspiring lawyer or Royal Family fan.
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2) Legally Blonde
A film so iconic it was turned into a trilogy AND a Broadway musical.:format(webp)/f/91079/220x123/3741c7a06b/teacher-murder.gif "How to get away with murder TV Series Gif")
3) How to Get Away with Murder
Annalise Keating is a criminal defense attorney and law professor who becomes involved in some “extra-curricular activities” with 5 of her students…..:format(webp)/f/91079/480x240/0997d03306/erin-brockovich.gif "Erin Brokovich Film Gif")
4) Erin Brockovich
An inspiration to paralegals everywhere. Based on a true story, follow Erin’s battle to represent the town of Hinkley against Pacific Gas and Electric Company in the 90s.:format(webp)/f/91079/400x225/5bdfca6399/glove-oj-simpsons.gif "The People vs. O.J. Simpson Series Gif")
5) The People vs. O.J. Simpson
If you were not around to watch the drama unfold in the 90s, we would highly recommend you watch this incredible series. Over 10 episodes, you learn the context, challenges and characters of this landmark trial.:format(webp)/f/91079/700x293/dd3e9c7b82/dark-waters-ruffalo.gif "Dark Waters Film Gif")
6) Dark Waters
Another true David vs. Goliath story. Corporate lawyer Robert Bilott transitions from defending chemical companies to leading a class action against global giant, Dupont. A tale of resilience, determination and leadership.:format(webp)/f/91079/400x224/837a803642/judge-rinder.gif "Judge Rinder TV Series Gif")
7) Judge Rinder
British Criminal Barrister Robert Rinder aka “Judge Rinder” runs small claim arbitration court for civil cases on ITV.Ok, ok, he’s not a real judge, we know, but if you’re interested in seeing how real disputes can be solved sensibly, this is useful TV.
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8) The Firm
Tom Cruise plays a Harvard Law School graduate who accepts a ‘too good to be true’ offer from a law firm….Adapted from the John Grisham novel with the same title, this legal thriller reminds you that salary is not everything when seeking a job.
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9) Defending the Guilty
One for the Barristers!Will, a keen, green and eager pupil barrister is paired with Caroline, his jaded mentor.
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10) When They See Us
Incredibly powerful, moving and emotional.This four-part series, tells the important story of the ‘Harlem five’ and their journey to justice.