Scum of Lawyers(2006)

Scum of Lawyers is a Japanese legal drama series following Takeda Masami, an idealistic new attorney paired with the morally questionable veteran lawyer Kuzu Motohito. As the two navigate high-stakes courtroom battles and complex cases, their contrasting ethics and methods clash repeatedly. Originally adapted from Hideo Iura's acclaimed manga—which won the Shogakukan Manga Award in 2007—the 12-episode series aired on Tokyo Broadcasting System from April to June 2006. The show balances courtroom tension with character-driven drama, exploring what happens when principle meets pragmatism in Japan's legal system. Expect sharp dialogue, compelling cases, and the friction between two lawyers who couldn't be more different.