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The Lincoln Lawyer: Season 1

10 episodes Premiered May 13, 2022 Updated Jul 20, 2026

The Lincoln Lawyer is an American legal drama series that debuted on Netflix on May 13, 2022. Created for television by David E. Kelley and developed by Ted Humphrey, the show adapts Michael Connelly’s novels about Los Angeles defense attorney Mickey Haller. Manuel Garcia‑Rulfo portrays Haller, a “hotshot” lawyer who conducts his practice from the back of a chauffeur‑driven Lincoln Navigator. In the first season, Hal

Season overview

The Lincoln Lawyer is an American legal drama series that debuted on Netflix on May 13, 2022. Created for television by David E. Kelley and developed by Ted Humphrey, the show adapts Michael Connelly’s novels about Los Angeles defense attorney Mickey Haller. Manuel Garcia‑Rulfo portrays Haller, a “hotshot” lawyer who conducts his practice from the back of a chauffeur‑driven Lincoln Navigator. In the first season, Haller is sidelined after an accident and must restart his career, returning to his trademark Lincoln as he takes on a murder case. The series follows his willingness to do whatever is necessary to win while navigating the criminal‑justice system of Los Angeles. The premise is summarized by TMDB as

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S1·E1 Mytharc

He Rides Again

May 13, 2022 · 49 min

Following a personal and professional spiral, Los Angeles defense lawyer Mickey Haller receives an unexpected opportunity from a fellow attorney.

S1·E2 Core

The Magic Bullet

May 13, 2022 · 47 min

A high-profile murder trial sends Mickey scrambling to find evidence for his defense, while Maggie offers him a chance to help rebuild her trust.

S1·E3 Core

Momentum

May 13, 2022 · 51 min

Mickey looks for a link between the Trevor Elliott case and his mysterious new client, Lorna chases down a lead, and Cisco voices security concerns.

S1·E4 Core

Chaos Theory

May 13, 2022 · 46 min

After a close call at his office, Mickey hashes things out with Detective Griggs. A witness in Maggie's human trafficking case has second thoughts.

S1·E5 Core

Twelve Lemmings in a Box

May 13, 2022 · 47 min

Trevor's demands during jury selection frustrate Mickey, who reaches out for some unorthodox help. Cisco uncovers another person with a motive.

S1·E6 Core

Bent

May 13, 2022 · 48 min

As Mickey attempts to track down the source of a possible bribe, he meets with Lara's former colleague, revisits an old case and does a favor for Maggie.

S1·E7 Core

Lemming Number Seven

May 13, 2022 · 49 min

On the first day of Trevor's trial, Mickey tries to prove the police had tunnel vision. Maggie's new witness provides a lead. Lorna steps in with Hayley.

S1·E8 Core

The Magic Bullet Redux

May 13, 2022 · 52 min

After a damaging day of testimony, Mickey searches for the one piece of evidence that will crack his case wide open. Maggie faces a deadline on Soto.

S1·E9 Mytharc

The Uncanny Valley

May 13, 2022 · 56 min

Determined to clear his name, Trevor pushes to take the stand, but the risky strategy leaves Mickey with more questions than answers.

S1·E10 Mytharc

The Brass Verdict

May 13, 2022 · 57 min

Mickey confronts Trevor as the pieces fall into place, and his chance to right a past wrong could have dire consequences for Maggie.