Defense attorney Mickey Haller operates his legal practice from the back of a Lincoln Town Car, traversing Los Angeles to represent a revolving door of low-level criminals and biker gangs. His routine shifts when he lands a high-paying client: Louis Roulet, a wealthy real estate agent accused of the brutal assault of a woman. Haller initially believes he has found an innocent client and a massive payday, but a link to a previous murder case suggests Roulet is a methodical predator. Bound by attorney-client privilege, Haller must navigate a dangerous ethical trap to ensure justice is served without violating his professional legal oaths.
This book is for readers of legal procedurals who value technical accuracy regarding courtroom tactics and the mechanics of the criminal justice system. Those who enjoy cynical protagonists will appreciate the focus on the morally gray reality of defense work. Readers walk away with an understanding of how constitutional protections can be manipulated by those with money and how an attorney functions as a bridge between the police, the prosecution, and the city’s underground.
- Published
- 1895
- Language
- EN
