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Hotshot LA defense attorney Mickey Haller will do whatever it takes to win as he navigates the criminal justice system from his trademark Lincoln.

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    The Lincoln Lawyer Season 1 Episode 4 - Chaos Theory
    7.5/10(1703 votes)

    #1 - Chaos Theory

    S1:E4

    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.

    Director:Bill D'Elia
    Writer:Chris Downey

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  2. The Lincoln Lawyer Season 2 Episode 6 - Withdrawal
    7.5/10(1117 votes)

    #2 - Withdrawal

    S2:E6

    While Mickey recovers from a brutal encounter, Izzy wrestles with regrets. Lorna devises an artful way to serve a subpoena. Maggie makes a huge decision.

    Director:Antonio Negret
    Writer:Matthew J. Liberman

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  3. The Lincoln Lawyer Season 1 Episode 1 - He Rides Again
    7.6/10(2296 votes)

    #3 - He Rides Again

    S1:E1

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

    Director:Liz Friedlander
    Writer:David E. Kelley

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  4. The Lincoln Lawyer Season 1 Episode 2 - The Magic Bullet
    7.6/10(1912 votes)

    #4 - The Magic Bullet

    S1:E2

    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.

    Director:Erin Feeley
    Writer:Ted Humphrey

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  5. The Lincoln Lawyer Season 1 Episode 3 - Momentum
    7.6/10(1780 votes)

    #5 - Momentum

    S1:E3

    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.

    Director:Erin Feeley
    Writer:Ted Humphrey

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  6. The Lincoln Lawyer Season 2 Episode 1 - The Rules of Professional Conduct
    7.6/10(1488 votes)

    #6 - The Rules of Professional Conduct

    S2:E1

    Mickey meets a new client, receives a frustrating request and makes an instant connection with a chef. Lorna has her hands full juggling work and school.

    Director:Rob Seidenglanz
    Writer:Ted Humphrey

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  7. The Lincoln Lawyer Season 3 Episode 1 - La Culebra
    7.6/10(1205 votes)

    #7 - La Culebra

    S3:E1

    Mickey deliberates over representing the person accused of killing Gloria Dayton. Hayley asks her dad for help when her old babysitter is arrested.

    Director:Alonso Alvarez
    Writers:Ted Humphrey, Dailyn Rodriguez

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  8. The Lincoln Lawyer Season 3 Episode 2 - Special Circumstances
    7.6/10(1075 votes)

    #8 - Special Circumstances

    S3:E2

    With everyone rattled by his dangerous new case, Mickey faces a major blow when an armed robbery trial turns violent. Julian's bail hearing hits a snag.

    Director:Alonso Alvarez
    Writer:Gladys Rodriguez

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  9. The Lincoln Lawyer Season 4 Episode 1 - 7211956
    7.6/10(875 votes)

    #9 - 7211956

    S4:E1

    Mickey challenges the dubious traffic stop that landed him behind bars, as Haller and Associates strains under the weight of his looming murder trial.

    Director:Ted Humphrey
    Writers:Ted Humphrey, Dailyn Rodriguez

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  10. The Lincoln Lawyer Season 1 Episode 6 - Bent
    7.7/10(1638 votes)

    #10 - Bent

    S1:E6

    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.

    Director:David Grossman
    Writer:Gladys Rodriguez

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  11. The Lincoln Lawyer Season 1 Episode 7 - Lemming Number Seven
    7.7/10(1585 votes)

    #11 - Lemming Number Seven

    S1:E7

    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.

    Director:David Grossman
    Writer:Zach Calig

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  12. The Lincoln Lawyer Season 2 Episode 3 - Conflicts
    7.7/10(1212 votes)

    #12 - Conflicts

    S2:E3

    Mickey has to think on his feet when he takes on a high-profile murder case against a razor-sharp prosecutor. Lorna can't shake her doubts about Cisco.

    Director:Kate Woods
    Writer:Dailyn Rodriguez

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  13. The Lincoln Lawyer Season 2 Episode 4 - Discovery
    7.7/10(1182 votes)

    #13 - Discovery

    S2:E4

    As his team hunts for a needle in a haystack to clear Lisa's name, Mickey comes up with a creative solution for a teenager accused of vandalism.

    Director:Kate Woods
    Writer:Ryan Hoang Williams

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  14. The Lincoln Lawyer Season 2 Episode 7 - Cui Bono
    7.7/10(1079 votes)

    #14 - Cui Bono

    S2:E7

    As Lisa's trial begins, a mysterious letter left on Mickey's doorstep sends Cisco racing to verify a potentially game-changing piece of information.

    Director:Shana Stein
    Writer:Lisa Quintela

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  15. The Lincoln Lawyer Season 2 Episode 8 - Covenants and Stipulations
    7.7/10(1064 votes)

    #15 - Covenants and Stipulations

    S2:E8

    Mickey reevaluates his trial strategy after Andrea unveils a key piece of evidence and an unexpected final witness. Haley plans a birthday surprise.

    Director:Shana Stein
    Writers:Chris Downey, Michael Connelly

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  16. The Lincoln Lawyer Season 3 Episode 3 - Strange Bedfellows
    7.7/10(1069 votes)

    #16 - Strange Bedfellows

    S3:E3

    While Lorna takes the bar exam, Mickey deals with a long-shot motion, a surprise subpoena and a skittish source. Andrea contends with a sensitive case.

    Director:Antonio Negret
    Writer:Matthew J. Liberman

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  17. The Lincoln Lawyer Season 3 Episode 4 - Rearview Blind Spots
    7.7/10(1033 votes)

    #17 - Rearview Blind Spots

    S3:E4

    Struggling with guilt as he tries to connect the dots in Gloria's murder, Mickey seeks advice from an old friend. Andrea receives devastating news.

    Director:Antonio Negret
    Writer:Lisa Quintela

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  18. The Lincoln Lawyer Season 4 Episode 2 - Baja
    7.7/10(766 votes)

    #18 - Baja

    S4:E2

    A combative bail hearing puts Mickey in the crosshairs of the Sheriff's Department. Cisco hatches a sweet scheme to bypass a backlog at the crime lab.

    Director:Ted Humphrey
    Writer:Matthew J. Lieberman

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  19. The Lincoln Lawyer Season 4 Episode 3 - Forty Hours
    7.7/10(729 votes)

    #19 - Forty Hours

    S4:E3

    Mickey and Cisco race against time to pursue a mysterious lead. Lorna scours the fine print to score a win for her client. The firm hires a new driver.

    Director:Antonio Negret
    Writer:Gladys Rodriguez

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  20. The Lincoln Lawyer Season 1 Episode 5 - Twelve Lemmings in a Box
    7.8/10(1711 votes)

    #20 - Twelve Lemmings in a Box

    S1:E5

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

    Director:Bill D'Elia
    Writer:Andi Bushell

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  21. The Lincoln Lawyer Season 2 Episode 10 - Bury Your Past
    7.8/10(1251 votes)

    #21 - Bury Your Past

    S2:E10

    The defense rests, and a verdict is in — but Mickey still has more to learn about Lisa. Lorna and Cisco's wedding plans hit another hiccup.

    Director:Ben Hernandez Bray
    Writers:Ted Humphrey, Dailyn Rodriguez

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  22. The Lincoln Lawyer Season 4 Episode 4 - Bleeding the Beast
    7.8/10(681 votes)

    #22 - Bleeding the Beast

    S4:E4

    A court order compelling the release of records connected to the victim rouses Mickey's worst fears. Maggie confronts a former colleague.

    Director:Antonio Negret
    Writer:Katy Erin

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  23. The Lincoln Lawyer Season 2 Episode 5 - Suspicious Minds
    7.9/10(1205 votes)

    #23 - Suspicious Minds

    S2:E5

    Cisco lays himself on the line for a friend. After pushing Andrea to show her cards in the courtroom, Mickey risks overplaying his hand.

    Director:Antonio Negret
    Writer:Zach Calig

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  24. The Lincoln Lawyer Season 3 Episode 6 - Man on Fire
    7.9/10(1013 votes)

    #24 - Man on Fire

    S3:E6

    Mickey's team sets a trap as Julian's trial begins. Hayley blames her dad for a tragic loss, and Lorna receives her bar exam results.

    Director:Ben Hernandez Bray
    Writer:Katy Erin

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  25. The Lincoln Lawyer Season 3 Episode 7 - Relevance
    7.9/10(1008 votes)

    #25 - Relevance

    S3:E7

    A brutal day in court throws Mickey off his game. Lorna's new case sends her racing through the courthouse. Andrea confides in the wrong person.

    Director:Paula Garcés
    Writers:Dailyn Rodriguez, Isabella Rodriguez

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Chaos Theory" is the worst rated episode of "The Lincoln Lawyer". It scored 7.5/10 based on 1703 votes. Directed by Bill D'Elia and written by Chris Downey, it aired on 5/13/2022. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Withdrawal".