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Are all TV lawyers evil?

Samantha Stacey reaches a verdict, using other legal dramas as evidence

LA Law (1986-94)
Arnie Becker, played by Corbin Bernsen, is constantly wooing every woman he comes across, including his own clients. The rest of the cast are strong-minded lawyers who do anything they can to protect their clients. However, each episode ends as a fight between their own desires and their obligations as attorneys.

The Practice (1997-2004)
The characters start out intending to protect the innocent. But after meeting too many criminals with similar weaknesses, they become greyer versions of themselves.

Law & Order (1990-2010)
Michael Cutter (played by Linus Roache) is one to keep an eye on: he’s good-hearted and cares about the justice system, although he’ll bend the rules to help his case. Over the years, the line between good and bad has blurred. But after all, we’re all human – so is he really that bad?

Ally McBeal (1997-2002)
Nelle Porter (Portia de Rossi) is the ultimate cold-hearted goddess, with no time to make friends and no intention of making people feel comfortable. With the nickname ‘Sub-zero’, we wouldn’t want to cross her in any working or personal environment.

Boston Legal (2004-2008)
First you have William Shatner as self-assured Denny Crane, who likes to announce his name after a conversation in order to remind you that a ‘legend’ is in the room. Second, you have James Spader as Alan Shore, who will do anything to help with a case, even if it’s hacking, blackmail, disguise, and bribery.
The verdict: 95 per cent of TV lawyers are evil!

By Ross Brown
Time Out Doha,

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