L.A. Law (TV Series)

December Bribe (1987)

Cynthia Harris: Iris Hubbard

Quotes 

• Anchorwoman : [On TV]  We're live in downtown Los Angeles, where Judge Morris Hood has just arrived at a hastily-called news conference to announce his resignation. His decision to call it quits follows his highly-publicized arrest for allegedly accepting a bribe. Let's hear what he has to say.

  [Turned to Judge Morris Hood at the news conference] 

  Judge Morris Hood : Hey, I've served with diligence and integrity, and now I've earned the right to step aside.

  Reporter #1 : Sir, isn't it true that your resignation was key to the DA's office dropping criminal charges against you?

  Paul Glansman : My client is leaving the bench with all the privileges of his former position. Further than that, we have no comment.

  Reporter #2 : Mr. Glansman, is it true that Judge Hood is joining your criminal law practice?

  Paul Glansman : As a matter of fact, I have tendered an offer to Judge Hood, and I look forward to a long and rewarding association with such a distinguished colleague.

  Judge Morris Hood : Thank you, Paul. The truth is, my personal experience of the past few weeks has given me a renewed sense of purpose. After a short vacation with my wife, I'll look forward to defending individuals like myself who have been deprived of their constitutional rights.

  [Reporters shouting questions and Iris turned off the television] 

  Iris Hubbard : He just couldn't give you the satisfaction, could he? Hmm. You look tired. Why don't you go home?

  Leland McKenzie : Maybe I will. Go hit some gold balls.

  Iris Hubbard : Self-pity doesn't become you, Leland.

  Leland McKenzie : Nor does self-delusion. I'm not getting any younger, Iris.

  Iris Hubbard : Well, in 3 years, I'll be finished with law school. We could hang out a shingle, Hubbard and McKenzie. Ooh, that has a nice ring to it.

  Leland McKenzie : [laughs]  McKenzie and Hubbard.