Lawyer Man

"His Fame Was Built on Love Letters-Written by Other Men...."

Jan 7 1933 Passed 1h 12m
Drama, Romance

Idealistic attorney Anton Adam makes headlines when he successfully prosecutes a prominent New York racketeer named Gilmurry. Adam's sudden renown attracts the attention of high-profile legal eagle Granville Bentley, who asks Adam to become a partner in his law firm. But Adam's rising career takes a nosedive when he's framed by Gilmurry and a sexy actress in a trumped-up breach of promise suit. The only constant in Adam's life is the loyalty and unrequited love of his secretary Olga.

Plot

Idealistic attorney Anton Adam makes headlines when he successfully beats high-profile legal eagle Granville Bentley in a murder case. Bentley asks Adam to become a partner in his law firm. But Adam's rising career takes a nosedive when he's framed by John Gilmurry, a prominent New York racketeer, and a sexy actress in a trumped-up breach-of-promise suit. The only constant in Adam's life is the loyalty and unrequited love of his secretary Olga.

Written by

Rian James, James Seymour, Max Trell

Directed by

William Dieterle

Cast

William Powell, Joan Blondell, David Landau

Crew

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Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Warner Bros. Pictures

Languages

English

Awards

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Trailers
Lawyer Man (Original Theatrical Trailer)
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