This season’s second episode kicks off with Mickey brushing off the recent break-in, telling Lorna and Izzy it’s just a “warning.” But even Mickey’s unshakeable cool can’t mask his unease.
He’s representing Oscar Guerrero, whose volatile courtroom behavior soon leads to an explosive mistrial, thanks to Mickey’s well-planned maneuver involving a blood capsule. With this setup, Guerrero faces a reduced sentence—a sly legal trick that shows Mickey’s knack for navigating tough cases.
Meanwhile, Julian’s case gains a deadly twist. Evidence now reveals Glory’s death wasn’t due to strangulation alone; smoke inhalation played a fatal role, suggesting an incendiary device was involved. Mickey’s opposition, Forsythe, turns out to be far more formidable than expected, positioning himself as a “rookie” prosecutor only to reveal sharp skills, keeping Mickey on edge.
David, Julian’s partner, grows suspicious and shares a lead on a woman named Starry Eyed Stacy, who knew Glory by another name, Glenda. Stacy hints that Glory feared for her safety in L.A., suggesting more shadows in her past. With Julian stuck behind bars until trial, Mickey arranges safer conditions, knowing the stakes are mounting fast.
This episode ramps up both the drama and suspense as Mickey’s cases reveal the intensity of the legal world he’s up against. Mickey’s ability to pull off Guerrero’s mistrial with a bloody twist reflects his cunning courtroom style, setting a captivating tone for the episode. But while these mini-cases add flavor, it’s the high-stakes Julian case that packs the real punch, pulling us deeper into a mystery riddled with ominous details about Glory’s life and death.
The introduction of Forsythe, a seemingly harmless prosecutor with a hidden edge, suggests this season might not make things easy for our favorite Lincoln Lawyer. And the glimpses into Glory’s history add layers to a story that already feels gritty and raw.
Though the frequent wins in court can make Mickey’s success seem a tad predictable, the revelations surrounding Glory and Forsythe’s tactics add unpredictability. With each piece of evidence, Mickey’s burden grows, and we’re right there with him, anxious to see how he handles the storm ahead.
