Law in Movies/Shows
This 1962 movie revolves around an assault case and a town's racial tensions, seen through the eyes of defense lawyer's young daughter
To Kill a Mockingbird
This term describes legal work done for free
Pro Bono
This Supreme Court case struck down segregation in schools
Brown vs. Board of Education
This 2001 film inspired girls everywhere to become lawyers, thanks to the iconic line: "What, like it's hard?"
Legally Blonde
A writ ordering someone to appear in court or produce documents
Subpoena
This Supreme Court case is famous for outlining "judicial review"
Marbury vs. Madison
This popular TV show about corporate lawyers takes place in the Manhattan-based lawfirm Pearson Hardman
Suits
The legal principle of determining points in litigation according to precedent
Stare Decisis
This Supreme Court case established the practice of reading a persons rights while arresting them
Miranda v. Arizona
This 1957 film follows an intense argument that takes place in one room
12 Angry Men
Sustained / Overruled
This Supreme Court case held that states could not tax the federal bank, utilizing the "Necessary and Proper" clause
McCulloch v. Maryland
This 1992 movie follows an ambitious New York lawyer fighting to prove his cousin's innocence in a murder case, alongside his mechanic girlfriend who provides integral information about the case
My Cousin Vinny
An order from a higher court to have a lower court case sent up for review
Writ of Certiorari
This Supreme Court case set a high bar as to what can be considered defamation, taking place during the civil rights movement
New York Times Co. vs. Sullivan