The Lincoln Lawyer: This underrated character deserves a second look

The Lincoln Lawyer is one of those legal dramas that has it all. It is as stylish as it is sharp and has characters that are so memorable, they'd keep you coming back.

The show is based on Michael Connelly’s bestselling novels. The Netflix show follows Mickey Haller. He is a slick defense attorney who practices law on the move, in his Lincoln's backseat. The Lincoln Lawyer has personal drama, struggles, and other related themes apart from courtroom drama.

It also gives us a rich cast, from his capable ex-wife and legal aide Lorna, to his rebellious daughter and loyal clients. Mickey is the star of the show, and there is no doubt in that. But there’s one guy in the background who doesn’t get nearly enough credit. It's Cisco.

He is the guy with the leather vest, the gravelly voice, and the unexpected heart of gold. Cisco might not grab attention like Mickey, but he's one of the most underappreciated characters of The Lincoln Lawyer.

The Lincoln Lawyer: Cisco is the unsung hero

Cisco's full name Dennis "Cisco" Wojciechowski. He’s Mickey’s right-hand man. He is a private investigator who also happens to be engaged and later married to Lorna. With his biker background and tough-guy appearance, Cisco might not be a fan favorite at first. But he’s way more than just a guy with tattoos and a Harley.

Firstly, he’s loyal. Like, ride-or-die loyal. Cisco’s always digging up dirt, chasing leads, and doing the kind of legwork that keeps Mickey one step ahead in court. Without him, half of Mickey’s big wins wouldn’t even be possible. He’s the one sifting through security footage, sweet talking with witnesses, and sometimes even bending the rules just enough to find out the truth. In many ways, Cisco’s the muscle and the compass of The Lincoln Lawyer. He steers Mickey away from danger but also sometimes right into it.

Some people love Cisco’s raspy, Batman-like voice and think he’s a total bad*ss. But not everyone feels that way. His voice has been called distracting, and some viewers just can’t warm up to his romance with Lorna. Well, to each their own.

But it's important to consider that he's a former biker trying to turn his life around. That rough edge is actually part of the charm. And beneath all that leather, there’s a man who’d do anything for the people he cares about.

The Lincoln Lawyer wouldn’t be the same without him. Mickey shines in the courtroom and Cisco works in the shadows. He pulls the strings and finds truths that nobody else can. He’s the guy you’d want on your side when things go sideways.

Cisco is dependable without being boring. He is also sharp without needing the spotlight. Cisco shows up, no matter what. He's also got one of the best character arcs in the show. A former member of a biker gang trying to go straight, he's figuring out love, loyalty, and his past. For Cisco, it’s about becoming a better man. And that makes him way more layered than he gets credit for.

Plus, there’s something very cool about a guy who can find your missing witness, fix your motorcycle, and still make it in time for dinner. That’s Cisco.

So the next time you're watching The Lincoln Lawyer, pay closer attention to the guy in the background. Cisco is just as essential to the story. And honestly, he might even be the best friend Mickey Haller has ever had.

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