The Young Lawyers

The Young Lawyers (1969-1971)

EndedScripted showDrama, Crime, Legal

The Young Lawyers is an American legal drama that was aired on the ABC network for one season from September 21, 1970, until March 24, 1971. Starring Lee J. Cobb, Zalman King, Judy Pace and Phillip Clark, the show was a part of the network's 1970–71 lineup. Aaron Silverman is part of a group of young, idealistic students at a top Boston law school who open a legal aid center, the "Neighborhood Law Office," to help the poor. As these young students have not yet been admitted to the bar, they receive guidance from established Boston lawyer David Barrett.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday at 22:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E25I've Got a ProblemMar 24, 1971
S01E24Conrad and the Taxi SquadMar 17, 1971
S01E23The Whimper of Whipped DogsMar 10, 1971
S01E22Down at the House of Truth, VisitingMar 3, 1971
S01E21And the Walls Came Tumbling DownFeb 24, 1971
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Young Lawyers' premiere?

'The Young Lawyers' premiered on September 21, 1970.

Who created 'The Young Lawyers'?

'The Young Lawyers' was created by Herbert B. Leonard and Jerry McNeely.

What was the setting for 'The Young Lawyers'?

'The Young Lawyers' was set in Boston, Massachusetts.

Who played the character of Aaron Silverman in 'The Young Lawyers'?

Zalman King portrayed the character of Aaron Silverman in 'The Young Lawyers'.

What was the profession of the main characters in 'The Young Lawyers'?

The main characters in 'The Young Lawyers' were law students.

Which actor played the character of Dave Barrett in 'The Young Lawyers'?

Lee J. Cobb portrayed the character of Dave Barrett in 'The Young Lawyers'.

What was the focus of the cases in 'The Young Lawyers'?

The cases in 'The Young Lawyers' focused on social issues and the challenges faced by young lawyers.

Who was the lead character in 'The Young Lawyers'?

The lead character in 'The Young Lawyers' was Dave Barrett, portrayed by Lee J. Cobb.

What was the format of 'The Young Lawyers'?

'The Young Lawyers' was a legal drama series.

What was the duration of each episode of 'The Young Lawyers'?

Each episode of 'The Young Lawyers' had a duration of approximately 60 minutes.

Who was the executive producer of 'The Young Lawyers'?

Herbert B. Leonard was the executive producer of 'The Young Lawyers'.

What was the significance of 'The Young Lawyers' in television history?

'The Young Lawyers' was one of the first legal dramas to focus on the experiences of young attorneys.

What was the overarching theme of 'The Young Lawyers'?

The overarching theme of 'The Young Lawyers' was the pursuit of justice and the challenges faced by novice lawyers.

How did 'The Young Lawyers' contribute to the portrayal of legal issues on television?

'The Young Lawyers' contributed to a more realistic portrayal of legal issues by highlighting the struggles and triumphs of young attorneys.

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