The Lincoln Lawyer Season 1 Ending Explained: The Brass Verdict and More

The latest Netflix show called The Lincoln Lawyer has gained a lot of fans with a big first season!

The Ending Explained

The Lincoln Lawyer, based on Michael Connelly's beloved books about a defense attorney named Mickey Haller is full of mystery. This first season really got people interested!

We are really in a world that showcases the complex world of lawyers. As well as just how far they are willing to go. This show focuses on that as this season's ending, which is based on the second book, called The Brass Verdict, which got everyone's attention.

This series brought in those key details, about what is really happening in Los Angeles, as a big focus and how these moments affect the main character. A great element is the key storyline with a "brass verdict.", one that has to be explained for those who are unfamiliar!

Why Did Lankford Set Up Jesus Menendez?

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Fans who enjoyed "The Lincoln Lawyer" series will realize that one of the most engaging moments was learning just how wrong "Jesus Menendez", was treated by the police! You know, as far as how the law operates.

But the whole thing seemed like it went off the rails as they went into more detail about his trial. His lawyer Maggie McPherson (the ex-wife of Mickey Haller) wanted to discover what really occurred. What seemed impossible was brought out! She even was able to convince Detective Perez to give the information and that Detective Lankford was responsible for taking Menendez's future! But why was Menendez a target in the first place?

The books from Michael Connelly provided answers and helped to get fans thinking about the darker side of how cops in "Los Angeles" can operate!

Why Did Jerry Vincent Get Murdered?

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In a series that keeps pushing boundaries, what could be even more intense and intensely suspenseful? One of the bigger mysteries was the killing of Jerry Vincent! While he might not have been in the main role as much, this event brought so many details, and an element of corruption as Vincent realized the big plan that took place on the show. This even involved "Judge Holder!", the figure behind this amazing crime saga.

It was Judge Holder, who appeared to be a super powerful figure and part of a scheme that set up jurors.
Vincent decided to step out, breaking his client's confidence in an incredible move!
"Haller," went head-to-head with "Holder, and it really showed how dangerous this story would be for viewers who are drawn into the world of "The Lincoln Lawyer!".

There is still a lot left in this story!

Who Is Cisco Working For?

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Cisco is known for being a really great and valuable friend to Mickey Haller!

You can find him throughout this incredible season, even working on behalf of the Road Saints Motorcycle Club! This all takes a wild turn as we get into a new episode. But he realized "Haller made an incredible error of judgment that impacted his own reputation. He left the club. To really fix this situation, "Cisco made it clear he was ready to settle his own debts and the leader of the "Road Saints" made an offer.

However, it seemed a little strange how this unfolded, though, because we really didn't find out about what was being exchanged and what exactly "Cisco" had to go through.

It was in that final scene that made us ponder about how things were going to unravel, as "Cisco" left to take his new assignment.

What Does Bob Cardone Have To Do With Maggie McPherson?

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"Cardone", the figure behind some major legal decisions, had his share of shady acts.

Cardone, seemed more concerned about what he had to protect than the actual justice that might be needed to do the right thing!

We learned a bit about what drove him. While "Cardone" removed McPherson from her spot. He felt the legal issues with a case with Angelo Soto was far more damaging to him.

If you think this looks like it's ending here, it actually only goes to show how cunning the character really is.

Who Is That Man?

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Fans who saw that final shot are left hanging.

Who was that man that Mickey Haller had to worry about in that last episode!
The mysterious character, is shown with tattoos on his arm!

Haller got to celebrate the right verdict for "Menendez" and yet. There are those who are left watching, the man from that final scene who seems to want revenge!

If this looks a bit mysterious there is still much to unravel! This big event takes us right to "The Lincoln Lawyer" next season!

Trevor Elliott and The Brass Verdict

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When we go back into these stories of intrigue. "Elliott" was found guilty! He really seemed to have gotten away with committing this horrible crime, and was ultimately targeted for what he did.

But it doesn't end there, Carol DuBois made a judgment about the events in court! We got a sense about her thought process in the final episode, the main theme about the justice system. But what about the killer. Was he really a killer? It seems she had this gut instinct and used it to deal with "Elliott". However, in "The Lincoln Lawyer" we can only make the assumption about this, as the show leaves viewers to decide. The justice system may have been ineffective in getting the results everyone deserved. However, this story about "The Brass Verdict" has everyone wondering what it means. That it seems a crime, in the end, was right because it had to happen! Even though there were other consequences as the person in "The Lincoln Lawyer" case.

Fans have really taken to the first season of The Lincoln Lawyer and they got the answers for the major storyline questions! If you didn't get the opportunity to watch it! Get ready for an amazing thriller as well as insight into how real cases go down!