Beastly Quote by John Mortimer
“I found criminal clients easy and matrimonial clients hard. Matrimonial clients hate each other so much and use their children to hurt each other in beastly ways. Murderers have usually killed the one person in the world that was bugging them and they're usually quite peaceful and agreeable.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Man Who Knew Too Much”, 1975
Legal work varies: criminal cases are straightforward, while family law is emotionally charged and destructive.
In simple terms: Family law is emotionally messy; criminal law is more procedural.
Approach family cases with empathy and clear boundaries.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- courtroom negotiations
- mediation sessions
- client intake
- stress management
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you maintain objectivity in emotionally charged cases?
- What safeguards protect lawyers from burnout?
Emotional entanglement can compromise professional judgment and mental health.