The Lincoln Lawyer season 2 was a huge success for Netflix, generating plenty of excitement for news on season 3 and beyond. Based on Michael Connelly’s novel series of the same name, Netflix’s hit follows defense lawyer Michael “Mickey” Haller, who is infamous for working out of his car rather than an office. An adaptation of Mickey Haller’s fourth literary appearance, The Fifth Witness, The Lincoln Lawyer season 2 sees Mickey take on the defense of chef Lisa Trammel, who has been accused of murdering business executive Mitchell Bondurant.

Mickey’s work and beliefs are repeatedly challenged throughout the case as he grapples with questions of Lisa’s innocence, along with several shocking twists that complicate matters further. The outcome of The Lincoln Lawyer season 2 ending was a major turning point for the Netflix series, and will surely have a lasting effect on Mickey and his convictions going forward. With a new case coming in The Lincoln Lawyer season 3, the Netflix smash-hit is only getting started.

The Lincoln Lawyer Season 3 Recent News

Netflix Drops A Season 3 Trailer

As Netflix's hit legal drama heads toward its October release date, the latest news comes in the form of a trailer for The Lincoln Lawyer season 3. Continuing to inspire drama both in and out of the courtroom, Mickey is back to his old antics in the trailer, and even comes face to face with his rival lawyer, Andrea. Meanwhile, the murder of a former client sends Mickey down a dangerous path as he uncovers a conspiratorial web that could be deadlier than he ever imagined. The trailer ends on a strong note as someone rams Mickey's car off the road.

The Lincoln Lawyer Season 3 Release Date

Court Is In Session In October

Unlike season 2 which was affected by the 2023 Hollywood strikes, the third season will premiere all 10 episodes on the same day

Though many of the streamer's shows have faced lengthy delays, The Lincoln Lawyer has maintained a somewhat consistent schedule from year to year. As such, Netflix has set the return date for season 3 as Thursday, October 17, 2024. Unlike season 2 which was affected by the 2023 Hollywood strikes, the third season will premiere all 10 episodes on the same day and won't be split into two parts. Additionally, there are still several Mickey Haller books for the show to adapt, meaning The Lincoln Lawyer season 3 likely won't be the last.

The Lincoln Lawyer season 2 part 2 debuted on August 3, 2023.

The Lincoln Lawyer Season 3 Cast

Manuel Garcia-Rulfo Is Back As Mickey Haller

Manuel Garcia-Rulfo will once again lead the cast of The Lincoln Lawyer as Mickey Haller and he'll be ed by his usual team. Becki Newton is back in her familiar role as Haller's ex-wife and legal aide, Lorna Crane, while Angus Sampson reprises his role as investigator, Dennis "Cisco" Wojciechowski. Jazz Raycole returns as the reformed Izzy Letts, but Neve Campbell's Maggie Mherson will be demoted to a recurring role for the third season.

On the other hand, season 3 has also gained a slew of new cast with the addition of Merrin Dungey as Judge Regina Turner, Allyn Moriyon as babysitter Eddie Rojas, John Pirrucello as lawyer William Forsythe, and Philip Anthony-Rodriguez as DA Adam Suarez. The announcements kept coming with the addition of Maisie Klompus as Giselle's neighbor Annabeth Stephens, and Michael Irby as DEA Agent and possible suspect James De Marco. Finally, Wolé Parks has been tapped to play David Lyons, Mickey's new client for season 3.

Mindhunter's Holt McCallany will also appear in season 3.

The confirmed cast of The Lincoln Lawyer season 3 includes:

The Lincoln Lawyer Season 3 Story Details

Season 3 Adapts "The Gods Of Guilt"

Since four Mickey Haller books have yet to be adapted for the screen, there are several possibilities for what The Lincoln Lawyer season 3 story might entail. However, co-creator and showrunner Ted Humphrey said that he already has plans for the third season and revealed what book he plans to adapt for The Lincoln Lawyer season 3 — The Gods of Guilt.

"[Season 1 began] with the guy on the beach who is a broken shell of a man who has lost his career and kind of lost everything in his life... to tell the story that the books tell, of the mountains this guy has to climb and the valleys he has to fall back down into again and again on his road to whatever redemption he’s going to reach.”

In The Gods Of Guilt, Mickey takes on the defense of a person accused of killing one of Mickey’s longtime clients, Glory Days. This is a unique twist on the case-per-season formula, and shows that The Lincoln Lawyer still has room to grow. Season 3 will up the ante, and after the emotional and professional challenges Mickey faced in season 2, season 3 could be his ultimate test.

The Lincoln Lawyer Season 3 Trailer

Watch The Full Trailer Below

In anticipation of the show's return in October, Netflix dropped a full trailer for The Lincoln Lawyer season 3 that teases an explosive new case for Mickey and his team. The trailer kicks off with some in-court brawling, and Mickey then comes face to face with his former adversary, Andrea. Eventually, Haller begins to investigate the murder of a former client that sends him down a rabbit hole of conspiracy. Unfortunately for the seasoned lawyer, the people he's going up against are out for blood, and between a rattlesnake attack and a forced car crash, Haller's life is in grave danger.