Do you enjoy watching series on the weekend? Then grab the "popcorn and couch" combo. This is a great opportunity to clear your head after so much studying and work. You can even learn while having fun.
When you watch a lot of series about Law, for example, you get used to the language and terminology long before you start to... graduation And you can fall in love with the profession — even without knowing much about the field.
In these productions, it's noticeable that the profile of a legal professional includes communication skills, argumentation, investigative spirit, emotional intelligence, and quick thinking. Furthermore, they showcase the various... performances which he can pursue, such as courts, tax or labor offices, companies, and so on.
Even with a glamour often detached from reality, these stories are a great barometer for those who are... deciding on a profession. For those who have already chosen, it's also worth watching to compare the... legal job market In the United States, for example, there's the comparison with Brazilians, in addition to seeing if the cases portrayed would be possible in real life.
With that in mind, let's look at some options for series about Law.
1. How to Get Away With Murder
This series, executive produced by Shonda Rhimes, stars actress Viola Davis—well-known for her excellent acting. The story focuses on the life of defense attorney Annalise Keating.
Annalise is also a law professor at a Philadelphia university and, during her course, selects five of the best students to intern at her office, an achievement that is the dream of any law student. The problem is that Annalise's life is put in jeopardy; certain events cause her name, as well as that of her interns, to lose prestige.
The series is full of secrets that are revealed little by little, but at a rather frenetic pace. For lawyers out there, it's worth trying to answer the questions Annalise poses in class. Would you be a straight-A student of hers? That's the question.
Interestingly, Shonda Rhimes, the same writer as Grey's Anatomy, is famous for giving visibility to women, Black people, and other minorities in her series. Viola herself won an Emmy Award for Best Actress in that series.
2. Scandal
Working at Pope & Associates is the dream of anyone interested in a career Connected to the law and with a dash of good connections. That's because the office of Olivia Pope, the protagonist of the series, takes on cases that are almost impossible to solve, but manages to find the best solution for everyone.
Since Olivia worked at the White House as communications director and helped elect the then-President of the United States, everyone in the office ends up with lawsuits involving someone high up.
One interesting fact is that the protagonist chooses her defense attorney largely based on intuition—when she's certain her clients are on the side of truth. Does this work in real life, outside of fiction?
The series has 7 seasons, all with breathtaking episodes. Since it's from the same screenwriter, Shonda Rhimes, there's a crossover between Scandal and How to Get Away With Murder. Spoiler alert: it's unmissable.
3. Suits
Suits also became known as the series in which Meghan Markle acted before marrying Prince Harry. But the show is much more than that. In total, there are 9 seasons that fans passionately defend.
The story is based on cases successfully solved at the Pearson Hardman law firm. The added spice comes from the ironic humor of some of the characters.
Get ready to want to be Mike Ross., brilliant subject, with an enviable memory, and who, despite not having studied Law, ends up working in the office.
4. Condemning Eyes
Based on a true story, the one-season series tells the story of the Central Park Five, who were black teenagers from Harlem convicted of a rape they did not commit.
From the initial interrogations, through the conviction, to the acquittal, prepare for a showcase of legal expertise and great acting. There are only 4 episodes, meaning you can binge-watch them all next weekend.
5. Better Call Saul
The series needs no introduction, as it's a spin-off of Breaking Bad — only it takes place 6 years earlier. During the first season, much of the plot unfolds while Saul, still Jimmy, is trying his luck in Albuquerque, while also taking care of his brother Chuck.
The seasons have few episodes (around 10) and are highly praised by critics. Prepare to see a lot of hardship and zero glamour along the way.
6. The Good Wife
The series' title, literally translated as "The Good Wife," stems from the fact that lawyer Alicia Florrick, who had previously retired from the profession, must return to work in law. The reason is quite peculiar: her husband, Peter Florrick, a successful prosecutor, is arrested in a corruption scandal.
With this, Alicia needs to balance her double life: her career and motherhood. In the process, the lawyer rekindles a romantic interest in her boss, who was a college classmate. There are 7 seasons in total and over 150 episodes for you to enjoy the plot twists.
7. The Good Fight
Did you watch The Good Wife and find the story intriguing? The good news is that the series has a spin-off, this time without Alicia Florrick. The focus here is on Maia Rindell and Diane Lockhart: the former faces her first professional experiences in law, while the latter was about to retire when she had to return to work.
The reason for this upheaval in Diane's life was a scandal involving her family. Maia also has her reputation destroyed, and together they turn to Lucca Quinn for help to rebuild their lives. This journey will teach future lawyers a great deal.
The series has 3 seasons with 33 episodes in total — the fourth season arrives on screens in 2020. Don't miss it.
8. Law and Order
One of the longest-running series in history. With 20 seasons, Law & Order is one of those legal dramas that really grabs your attention. The focus is on a police investigation of a crime in the initial part, followed by the frustrations of the prosecutors as they try to incriminate the defendants.
Since it started in 1988, it's certain that the cast has changed quite a bit, not to mention appearances by actors who weren't even famous when they were on the show.
9. Making a Murderer
Another story of wrongful conviction. Making a Murderer tells the story of Steven Avery, who served 18 years in prison for a wrongful conviction of sexual assault and attempted murder. However, he was again accused and imprisoned in 2005 for another crime—despite claiming innocence.
This is a documentary-style series, the first season of which (out of a total of 2) was filmed over 10 years. Following the success and numerous awards of the initial series, Netflix produced a sequel.
10. House of Cards
Frank Underwood might be...
One of the most well-known names in the history of American television series. In his arduous journey towards the presidency of the United States, the politician must navigate many interpretations of legislation and power strategies—which can often turn into a lesson in law.
The series is also produced by Netflix and was, in fact, the first to be made available in 4K. It has over 70 episodes and 6 seasons.
11. Boston Legal
For those who enjoy a good story, the image quality, which isn't HD, won't be a problem. Boston Legal premiered in 2004 and ended in 2008, leaving many fans feeling overwhelmed. The plot features Alan Shore, Denny Crane, and Shirley Schmidt as protagonists, showing how some professionals take trials to their ultimate consequences.
What is most captivating about the series are the dialogues. Democracy, the consequences of freedom of expression, and especially politics (and harsh criticism of the political landscape of the time) are recurring themes in the episodes.
12. The People vs. OJ Simpson: American Crime Story
Looking for a production based on true events? American Crime Story aims to bring real-life stories to life with a fictional twist to capture the audience's attention. The People vs. OJ Simpson is the first season of the miniseries produced by FX.
In this model called "TV movies," each season tells a story and is not connected to the others, as is the case with the series we have listed so far. In any case, there are 10 episodes that present the audience with the following question: Was OJ Simpson guilty of murdering his wife?
The series is a treat for anyone who gets excited about jury trials and prosecutions—even more so for students seeking inspiration for their future work. The most interesting part of the story is seeing how the lawyers deal with the accused: a record-holder of... NFL He is an American sports icon. Besides all the evidence to be gathered, there's also the issue of navigating the national outcry and the pressure to resolve such a brutal case.
Moreover, it was a case of absurd proportions: more than a year in duration, 133 witnesses heard, over 50,000 pages of case files—all this with 20 million viewers, as the trial ended up... on television screens of American families. Just imagine how much learning this series has to offer.
As we've seen, the options are varied. Do you already know which of these law-themed series you're going to watch? Remember that real life is a bit more down-to-earth. Even so, this type of program is perfect for testing your knowledge of the law and having fun.
Now that we've covered the best fiction options for entertainment and learning about this area, how about learning more? What is a law school like??
Entre as séries mais conhecidas sobre Direito estão Suits, How to Get Away with Murder, The Good Wife, The Good Fight, Law & Order, Boston Legal, Scandal e The People vs. O.J. Simpson. Elas abordam temas como advocacia, julgamentos, investigação e carreira jurídica.
Suits é uma das séries mais populares entre estudantes de Direito por mostrar o dia a dia de um escritório de advocacia, negociações, elaboração de estratégias e resolução de casos.
Suits é considerada uma das séries de advogados mais famosas do mundo. A produção acompanha a rotina de um grande escritório de advocacia, mostrando negociações, estratégias jurídicas, julgamentos e os desafios da profissão.
