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16 shows like The Lincoln Lawyer if you loved the Netflix series

Because we love a good legal drama!

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The Lincoln Lawyer is finally back on Netflix for season two, bringing us more suspense filled legal drama and the occasional romantic storyline too. This season, Mickey (Manuel Garcia-Rulfo) is famous with a thriving business that leads him to defend local chef Lisa Trammell, who is accused of murdering developer Mitchell Bondurant.

Unlike last season, however, Netflix split series two into two parts, with the first five episodes released on 6th July and the second part being released nearly a month later on 3rd August, which felt like forever considering that cliff-hanger!

If you've already binge-watched part two, there are a number of similar shows to The Lincoln Lawyer that can fill the legal drama shaped hole in our lives and stop us worrying about what happens to Mickey. So, until we hear more about season three of The Lincoln Lawyer, here's a list of 16 shows to keep you busy. Thank us later!

1

Suits

IMDb says: On the run from a drug deal gone bad, brilliant college dropout Mike Ross finds himself working with Harvey Specter, one of New York City's best lawyers.

We say: Who doesn't fancy binge watching Meghan Markle, Gabriel Macht and Patrick J. Adams? There are nine series to watch, and you're bound to be hooked from the get-go.

Where can I watch?: Suits is available to stream on Netflix now.

2

Unbelievable

IMDb says: A teenager is charged with lying about having been raped, but two detectives follow the path to the truth.

We say: Not only will it have you on the verge of tears, Unbelievable will make you question so much, bringing out anger and frustration along the way.

Where can I watch?: Unbelievable is available to stream on Netflix now.

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3

How to Get Away with Murder

IMDb says: A group of ambitious law students and their brilliant criminal defence professor become involved in a twisted murder plot that promises to change the course of their lives.

We say: This murder plot is SO. TENSE. It will leave you shocked to the core. Starring Viola Davis (who won an Emmy and a SAG for her role) and Harry Potter's Alfred Enoch, the show follows lawyer and professor Annalise Keating and her students tied up in a dramatic murder.

Where can I watch?: How To Get Away With Murder is available to stream on Netflix now.

4

The Thief, His Wife and The Canoe

IMDb says: Four-part drama based on the extraordinary story of how prison officer John Darwin faked his own death to claim life insurance and avoid bankruptcy - unbeknownst to his two sons.

We say: How can a plot escalate so quickly within the first episode? Facing bankruptcy, John Darwin decides to fake his own death using his canoe, taking 'going with the flow' to the extreme. You'll be hooked!

Where can I watch?: The Thief, His Wife and The Canoe is available to stream on ITVX now

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5

Juvenile Justice

IMDb says: A prickly judge who despises juvenile criminals arrives at a juvenile court, where she takes on a complex role examining punishment for young offenders.

We say: A South-Korean drama that gives an insight into the justice system of juvenile court.

Where can I watch?: Juvenile Justice is available to stream on Netflix now.

6

Partner Track

IMDb says: Centres on Ingrid Yun, an idealistic young lawyer, struggles with her moral compass and her passions as she fights to climb the partner track at an elite New York City law firm.

We say: If you're after a more light-hearted legal drama that doesn't deal in murder and serious crime, then the Partner Track is a great pick. Full of office drama, love triangles and insights into the high powered corporate legal world, it's not one to be missed.

Where can I watch?: Partner Track is available to stream on Netflix now.

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7

Anatomy of a Scandal

IMDb says: A sexual consent scandal amongst British privileged elite and the women caught up in its wake.

We say: If it's courtroom scenes you're after, along with an intense storyline and class actors, you've struck gold with this. Sienna Miller is amazing in this, enough said!

Where can I watch?: Anatomy of a Scandal is available to stream on Netflix now.

8

Goliath

IMDb says: A disgraced lawyer, gets a case that could bring him redemption or at least revenge on the firm which expelled him.

We say: If you love a redemption arc paired with suspenseful legal drama that deals with some serious crimes then you basically can't go wrong with this series that sees Billy Bob Thornton as lawyer Billy McBride.

Where can I watch it?: Goliath is available to stream on Prime Video now

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9

Treason

IMDb says: Adam Lawrence was trained and groomed by MI6; his career seems set. When the past catches up with him in the form of Kara, a Russian spy with whom he shares a complicated past, he is forced to question everything and everyone in his life.

We say: If you want a drama series where you don't know who to trust and are continually questioning who is in the 'right' then this is a series for you.

Where can I watch?: Treason is available to stream on Netflix now.

10

The Good Fight

IMDb says: When Diane Lockhart's life savings are lost, she must start from scratch at a new firm.

We say: A spin-off from the acclaimed series The Good Wife, The Good Fight sees Diane Lockhart (Christine Baranski) return to join a new law firm after a massive financial scam wipes out her savings. She's joined by her goddaughter Maia Rindell (Rose Leslie) and Lucca Quinn (Cush Jumbo) at a new firm where they tackle issues of police brutality, face pressure from the FBI and Trump-era politics.

Where can I watch?: The Good Fight seasons one to three are available to stream now on Prime Video.

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11

Quicksand

IMDb says: Maja, a student in Stockholm, finds herself on trial for murder after a tragedy at her school. More doubts and suspicions arise when new revelations are made.

We say: Completely dark and emotional, we guarantee you'll watch all six episodes in one sitting. Watch with subtitles or dubbed.

Where can I watch?: Quicksand is available to stream on Netflix now.

12

Mad Men

IMDb says: A drama about one of New York's most prestigious ad agencies at the beginning of the 1960s, focusing on one of the firm's most mysterious but extremely talented ad executives, Donald Draper.

We say: It's not one of the most-loved TV shows of all time for no reason.

Where can I watch?: Mad Men is available to watch on Prime Video.

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13

Succession

IMDb says: The Roy family is known for controlling the biggest media and entertainment company in the world. However, their world changes when their father steps down from the company.

We say: This might be the most intense family drama you'll ever witness. Worth a binge-watch!

Where can I watch?: You can watch Succession on Now TV.

14

Better Call Saul

IMDb says: The trials and tribulations of criminal lawyer Jimmy McGill in the years leading up to his fateful run-in with Walter White and Jesse Pinkman.

We say: From the makers of Breaking Bad comes Better Call Saul, and it’s one of the best legal dramas out there.

Where can I watch?: Better Call Saul is streaming on Netflix now.

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15

Bodyguard

IMDb says: Troubled war veteran turned Police Sergeant David Budd is assigned to protect controversial Home Secretary Julia Montague.

We say: We can’t say no to a gritty British drama, especially one starring Richard Madden.

Where can I watch?: You can watch Bodyguard on Netflix.

16

The Recruit

IMDb says: Follows a lawyer at the CIA who gets entangled in dangerous international power politics when a former asset threatens to expose the nature of her long-term relationship with the agency.

We say: Think action, plot twists and romance in this Netflix drama starring Noah Centineo from To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before.

Where can I watch?: You can watch The Recruit on Netflix.

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