New: Most firms will put you in jail and have your license stripped if you lie to a client and they find out. It is crucial not to deceive or defraud clients. Hey legal eagles, D James Stone here teaching you how to think like a lawyer. Today we are discussing the highly requested show, Suits. I have not watched a full episode before, but based on the title, I assume it is about men who wear suits. If you notice any legal or factual errors, please leave a comment below and I will address it. Now let's dive into Suits episode 1. Stick around until the end of the episode where I will grade its legal realism. Gerald, if you think anyone will still want to proceed with this deal after you acted in bad faith, you are mistaken. Our agreement was for Mini Cooper to sign the deal, which granted you everything you wanted. Our fee was payable upon completion, which is why I received confirmation of a wire transfer from escrow indicating full payment. It is unlikely for any transaction to involve a large sum of money before the deal is finalized. Escrow companies exist to hold funds until all terms are met. Lawyers who draft agreements with premature transfers may be committing malpractice. This situation seems absurd; I am unsure which deal they are referring to. We got paid before Gerald signed. What are you talking about? This memo about a fire drill on Tuesday is unrelated. The person who fabricated facts to deceive someone into agreeing to a deal has committed fraud. If someone is induced through fraudulent means, the deal becomes null and void. Good lawyers use accurate information to ensure fair deals for everyone involved; they do not resort to lying. Cheating on...