This biography of uber-successful lawyer Barry Slotnick examines the highlights of his career and is essentially the glorification of a lawyer who sought fame and fortune as he defended those with enough money to hire him. While it is true that everyone deserves representation, the choices made by this lawyer who refers to himself as “Liberty’s Last Champion” are not particularly commendable and the “not guilty” verdicts rendered in these cases may leave readers wondering if justice was truly served.

Well-written, often reading like a crime novel rather than a true-life biography, readers receive an unintended lesson in devious techniques and despicable actions. Nevertheless, the cases are interesting and, despite the egotistical lawyer that is the subject of the narrative, the book is eminently readable. ( )

Known for his sharp mind, sharp suits, and bold courtroom strategies, Bronx-native, and Westchester resident, Barry Slotnick is known as the best criminal lawyer in the US.
Slotnick mediates Bette Midler’s bathhouse contract and represents John Gotti, “The Dapper Don.” He defends “Subway Shooter” Bernie Goetz and negotiates future First Lady Melania Trump’s pre-nup.