If you’ve finished watching Suits on Netflix and are craving more legal dramas, look no further. Suits has experienced a resurgence in viewership while streaming on Netflix and Peacock, topping the Nielsen streaming charts and breaking records since its launch on Netflix in mid-June. But there are plenty of other TV dramas focusing on law firms, attorneys, and their intense courtroom battles and personal lives. Here are ten such shows that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
1. The Lincoln Lawyer: Based on the book series by Michael Connelly, this legal drama follows defense attorney Mickey Haller, played by Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, who runs his law practice out of the back seat of his Lincoln town car. Each case Haller takes on offers a different perspective on the law, and the backdrop of Los Angeles adds to the glamor of the show.
2. The Good Wife: This CBS legal drama revolves around Alicia Florrick, played by Julianna Margulies, as she returns to work following her husband’s scandal. The series combines workplace tension with courtroom drama, and viewers are kept guessing about Alicia’s personal and professional choices throughout the show’s seven-season run.
3. Boston Legal: James Spader stars as Alan Shore in this law drama from David E. Kelley. The show follows the legal cases, loves, and wacky lives of the attorneys at the high-priced law firm of Crane, Poole & Schmidt. The series is known for its cigars, whiskey, and women, providing a unique and sometimes tone-deaf look at the legal world.
4. Ally McBeal: Created by David E. Kelley, this 1990s Fox legal dramedy follows the life of Ally McBeal, played by Calista Flockhart, as she navigates her personal and professional life as a Boston lawyer. The show revolves around the cases handled by McBeal and her fellow lawyers at Cage and Fish law firm, but it’s their messy personal lives that keep viewers hooked.
5. Goliath: Billy Bob Thornton stars as Billy McBride, a washed-up attorney seeking redemption in this Amazon Prime Video series. McBride takes on a case against a corporate giant with shady government ties, leading him to fight corruption and seek revenge on the law firm he founded. The series ran for four seasons, with McBride always finding a way to get his day in court.
6. White Collar: This USA Network series focuses on the partnership between FBI Special Agent Peter Burke, played by Tim DeKay, and con man Neal Caffrey, played by Matt Bomer. The duo joins forces to catch white-collar criminals, and their evolving relationship keeps viewers guessing about Neal’s true intentions.
7. The Practice: Following the escapades of criminal defense attorneys at a Boston law firm, The Practice offers a realistic yet glamorous look at the legal system. Led by senior partner Bobby Donnell, played by Dylan McDermott, the series tackles complex cases while delving into the personal lives of the characters.
8. Private Practice: A spinoff of Grey’s Anatomy, this ABC workplace drama follows neonatal surgeon Addison Montgomery, played by Kate Walsh, as she starts anew at a clinic in Los Angeles. Alongside her friends Sam and Naomi, Addison must balance her personal and professional life while treating patients and navigating complicated relationships.
9. The Good Fight: A spinoff of The Good Wife, this lawyer drama continues the story of resilient attorney Diane Lockhart, played by Christine Baranski. Alongside her colleagues at Reddick, Boseman & Lockhart, Diane represents clients who often deserve justice but may not have the means to obtain it. The series tackles real-life issues and current events while exploring the complexities of the legal system.
10. Better Call Saul: A prequel-sequel to Breaking Bad, this AMC series delves into the backstory of lawyer Saul Goodman, played by Bob Odenkirk. Better Call Saul explores the criminal underbelly of Albuquerque and showcases the wacky hijinks of Jimmy McGill as he navigates the legal system and his own moral compass.
These ten legal dramas provide a range of perspectives on the legal world, from glamorous courtroom battles to messy personal lives. Whether you’re looking for intense courtroom drama, quirky characters, or thought-provoking storylines, these shows will keep you entertained and engaged. So, grab your popcorn and prepare for a binge-worthy journey into the fascinating world of law firms and attorneys.