Question from a reader:
Recently, while watching Nakai’s incident, I couldn’t help but think that the lawyers appearing on variety shows might not be as strong in the courtroom. It seems like their arguments can be quite shaky, and they often present exceptional case laws as if they are common perspectives for the viewers. There is a strong impression that they
cater to public opinion, and I worry that if they made the same arguments in court, they might lose. I believe that lawyers who win in court are often more concise and adopt a style where they decisively confront the judge when necessary. What do you think?
Thoughts on the Differences Between Lawyers and Variety Shows
Lately, I’ve been paying attention to the words and actions of lawyers on television. I’m particularly curious about how these lawyers perform on variety shows and what that means for their capabilities in court. Sometimes, I find myself questioning whether their opinions would really hold up in a courtroom. For instance, when one lawyer says, “This is a common perspective,” but then brings up a somewhat unique case, I feel the urge to think, “Is that really common?” It seems like they are trying to make bold statements to capture the audience’s attention. This gives off a strong impression that they are catering to public opinion, and it makes me worry that they’d lose if they made the same claims in court.
Differences in the Style of Lawyers in Court vs. Variety Shows
To win in court, it seems that a more reserved approach may be necessary, where lawyers are concise and can confront the judge directly when needed. Most courtroom interactions are primarily conducted through written exchanges, so whether someone speaks a lot or not seems to matter less. I feel that lawyers on television may weaken their argumentation because they are expected to entertain the audience. When I discussed this with a friend, he mentioned, “A courtroom lawyer’s job is to win for their client, while a television lawyer’s job is to appeal to the audience.” This perspective surprised me. It made me realize that what we are watching is primarily entertainment and not a reflection of a real courtroom.
Let’s Think Together
As I ponder this, I find myself looking forward to seeing what type of variety shows lawyers will appear on next. What do you think about lawyers on television? If you have any interesting stories or memorable moments, please share them in the comments! Let’s dive into this fascinating topic together!
