Last Chance Lawyer

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  • 2018
  • 1 Season
  • 8.6  (86)

Last Chance Lawyer is a show that aired on Investigation Discovery in 2018. The show followed Howard Greenberg, a criminal defense attorney from New York City, as he worked to defend clients facing serious charges. The show was structured around Greenberg's cases, with each episode focusing on a different client and their story. Viewers were introduced to the client at the beginning of the episode, with Greenberg explaining the charges they faced and the stakes involved. As the episode progressed, Greenberg and his team worked tirelessly to build their case, gather evidence, and argue their client's innocence in court.

One of the things that set Last Chance Lawyer apart from other legal shows was the emphasis on Greenberg's personal approach to his clients. He was not only their attorney but also their advocate, confidant, and sometimes even their friend. Greenberg believed in treating his clients with respect and compassion and seeing them as more than just their criminal charges.

Throughout the series, Greenberg faced numerous challenges, from difficult judges to stubborn clients to mounting evidence against his clients. But he always persevered, using his legal expertise and his personal touch to fight for his clients' freedom.

In addition to Greenberg's clients, the show also provided insight into the criminal justice system as a whole. Viewers saw firsthand how the system can be stacked against defendants, especially those who come from disadvantaged backgrounds or who are facing serious charges. Through Greenberg's work, the show shed light on the many flaws and injustices of the system and the need for reform.

Last Chance Lawyer was well-received by audiences and critics alike. Many praised Greenberg's charismatic personality and his commitment to justice, as well as the show's overall message of hope and redemption. Some critics noted that the show could be overly sentimental at times, but most agreed that it was a compelling and thought-provoking look at the American legal system.

Overall, Last Chance Lawyer was an engaging and informative legal show that offered viewers a unique glimpse into the life of a criminal defense attorney. Greenberg's passion for justice and his unwavering dedication to his clients made for compelling viewing, and the show's focus on the flaws of the criminal justice system added an important layer of depth and urgency to the proceedings. While it only ran for one season, Last Chance Lawyer remains a standout example of the legal genre and is well worth checking out for anyone interested in the criminal justice system.

Last Chance Lawyer is a series that ran for 1 seasons (4 episodes) between October 7, 2018 and on Investigation Discovery

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Seasons
I'll Rest when the Enemy Rests
4. I'll Rest when the Enemy Rests
October 28, 2018
Howard takes on a major murder trial and searches for the crucial piece of evidence that will unlock the case. Meanwhile Marie tries to get her husband to be more romantic.
Mr Popular
3. Mr Popular
October 21, 2018
Howard takes on a controversial case defending a man the media have dubbed the 'Brooklyn Ripper'. Howard's wife, Marie, shares some insights into Howard's past that reveal much about Howard and his eccentricities.
Belief Trumps Everything
2. Belief Trumps Everything
October 14, 2018
In this episode we discover that for Howard 'belief trumps everything' when it comes to fighting a case, as he takes on a new defendant who is in deep trouble. 27-year-old Tiffany has never been arrested before. She has not even had a speeding ticket. But now she is accused of murder - and only Howard stands between her and a possible life sentence.
War is Waged on Many Fronts
1. War is Waged on Many Fronts
October 7, 2018
This episode discovers that Howard will go to any lengths to preserve the liberty of the people he represents. From helping convince a client to take a plea deal, dreaming up a fictitious courtroom diary clash to keep a defendant out of prison, or changing his trousers in the street outside the Supreme Court, it is all part of the style and strategy that goes with Howard's mantra - 'winning isn't everything, it's the only thing'. The two cases in this episode demonstrate that, for Howard, winning can take many forms.
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Where to Watch Last Chance Lawyer
Last Chance Lawyer is available for streaming on the Investigation Discovery website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Last Chance Lawyer on demand at Philo, Investigation Discovery and Sling.
  • Premiere Date
    October 7, 2018
  • IMDB Rating
    8.6  (86)