The editors of Bloomberg Law posted a poll to rank the top ten greatest quotes from legal movies. They range from funny to moving to inspiring, and come from all kinds of legal movies throughout the years. Here are a few of their top picks in no particular order:
The Firm (Tom Cruise, Jeanne Triplehorn)
“I discovered the law again.”
Erin Brockovich (Julia Roberts, Academy Award Winner)
“I hate lawyers; I just work for them.”
(A common sentiment among legal secretaries and paralegals!)
To Kill a Mockingbird (Gregory Peck, Academy Award Winner)
“Stand up — your father’s passing.”
This is the book and film that inspired generations of lawyers to do what they do.
A Few Good Men (Jack Nicholson, Tom Cruise, Demi Moore)
“You can’t handle the truth!”
(Check out my article about how that scene broke trial procedural rules, but the film maintained its authenticity.)
My Cousin Vinny (Joe Pesci, Marisa Tomei (Academy Award Winner), Ralph Maccio)
“Everything that guy just said is bullshit. Thank you.”
(The best legal comedy in my book! And a great example of how a film can be procedurally realistic and incredibly entertaining.)
The Verdict (Paul Newman)
“You are the law.”
Was your favorite film and line here? If not, please share your favorites! Check out a video compilation of the top ten here.
Sign up for a FREE eBook that reveals the Top 7 Mistakes Made by Writers of Crime, Mystery and Legal Drama.
The Firm (Tom Cruise, Jeanne Triplehorn)
“I discovered the law again.”
Erin Brockovich (Julia Roberts, Academy Award Winner)
“I hate lawyers; I just work for them.”
(A common sentiment among legal secretaries and paralegals!)
To Kill a Mockingbird (Gregory Peck, Academy Award Winner)
“Stand up — your father’s passing.”
This is the book and film that inspired generations of lawyers to do what they do.
A Few Good Men (Jack Nicholson, Tom Cruise, Demi Moore)
“You can’t handle the truth!”
(Check out my article about how that scene broke trial procedural rules, but the film maintained its authenticity.)
My Cousin Vinny (Joe Pesci, Marisa Tomei (Academy Award Winner), Ralph Maccio)
“Everything that guy just said is bullshit. Thank you.”
(The best legal comedy in my book! And a great example of how a film can be procedurally realistic and incredibly entertaining.)
The Verdict (Paul Newman)
“You are the law.”
Was your favorite film and line here? If not, please share your favorites! Check out a video compilation of the top ten here.
Sign up for a FREE eBook that reveals the Top 7 Mistakes Made by Writers of Crime, Mystery and Legal Drama.
RSS Feed
