The third episode takes us six months forward, where Mickey and Andrea are getting cozy—though he insists they’re just “good friends.” Meanwhile, Mickey focuses on discrediting the police report to derail Julian’s case. With Lorna tackling her bar exam, Izzy steps up and brings David to court, much to Julian’s relief. Mickey’s attempts to argue police misconduct are solid but ultimately fail, pushing the case to trial.
Forsythe offers a 10-year deal, but Mickey isn’t having it. Outside court, Val hands Mickey a subpoena related to Hector Moya, signaling bigger entanglements. A twist emerges when Cisco tracks a green Honda Civic, connected to a mysterious man who’s been watching them.
The car belonged to Kendall Roberts, who once roomed with Glory. Rattled, Kendall confesses that Glory had warned her to stay away from Hector, hinting at deeper issues. Kendall names another escort, Trina, who reveals she’s been feeding information to DEA agent De Marco in exchange for freedom. This web of deceit grows more tangled as it becomes clear that De Marco manipulated evidence to take down Hector, using Glory as leverage.
Mickey realizes Trina’s apartment is under watch, with Sly Sr. surveilling from behind bars. Cisco’s on high alert, urging Mickey to tread carefully. And back in the office, Lorna tracks the VIN number, unveiling the man in the hat from the footage—a key lead in the ever-thickening mystery.
This episode masterfully escalates the tension, peeling back layers to reveal a deep-seated conspiracy that complicates Mickey’s path to justice. Mickey’s courtroom savvy shines, especially as he relentlessly pokes at weak points in the case, showing us just how far he’s willing to go. But the real intrigue lies in the widening circle of corruption involving Hector, De Marco, and a complex network of informants.
The mix of legal drama and personal stakes makes this episode thrilling. Izzy and Lorna’s storylines add warmth, with Lorna’s bar exam journey quietly underscoring her growth. Meanwhile, the breadcrumb trail of evidence keeps the mystery alive, and the carefully timed reveals give us the satisfying tension this show thrives on.
It’s clear now that this case is more than just another trial; it’s a full-scale battle against an entire system. And with every twist, the stakes feel higher, drawing us deeper into Mickey’s fight against corruption. This episode cements this season as well as The Lincoln Lawyer as a series where justice is anything but straightforward.
