Lionel Hutz is an ambulance chasing personal injury lawyer and, according to Lisa Simpson, a "shyster" whom the Simpsons nonetheless repeatedly hire as their lawyer (a fact remarked on by Marge Simpson in a typically self-aware aside), mostly because Hutz is the only legal counsel the Simpsons can afford. This is a famous Lionel Hutz quote, in reference to Judge Snyder: "Well, he's kind of had it in for me, since I accidentally ran over his dog. Hutz was financially insolvent, extremely poor and willing to do nearly anything for money. Hutz' incompetence and greed are also well noted by his rival, the more competent Blue Haired Lawyer. In the same episode, he hastily leaves the courtroom after handling a bottle of bourbon in order to consult his sponsor, David Crosby. Hutz: Mr. Simpson, I was just going through your garbage, and I couldn't help overhearing that you need a babysitter. He burns all of his personal documentation in the Simpsons fireplace, claiming that "Lionel Hutz" no longer exists and he is now "Miguel Sanchez". Another display of his incompetence takes place in "The Boy Who Knew Too Much" when, while representing a French waiter who is accusing Mayor Quimby's nephew Freddy of battery, he is surprised when the opposing counsel mentions that Hutz's client is an immigrant (despite the client's French accent). Some are funny in a clever way, some are … What are some of yours? The Blue Haired Lawyer—who is just as unethical yet very competent – has also served as the family's attorney. [1] When Homer hired him to babysit the Simpson children, he renamed himself Miguel Sanchez following some trouble that prompted him to change his identity and burn all his personal papers, and he later changed again to Dr. Nguyen Van Phuoc, a Vietnamese name, in addition to Mr. Sanchez. Lionel Hutz: Mr. Simpson, this is the most blatant case of false advertising since my case against "The Never-Ending Story"! He claimed to have graduated from Princeton school of law, although Princeton hasn't had a law school since the mid-19th century. Captain McCallister then struck a deal with Homer, offering him all he could eat in exchange for using him as a sort of freak show attraction to get more customers. This is one of my all time-favourite Simpsons’ quotes: Mr. Simpson, this is the most blatant case of fraudulent advertising since my suit against the film, “The Never-Ending Story”. [13] The last episode to feature Hutz speaking was the season 9 episode "Realty Bites". Hutz, left in charge of the children for longer than he was hired, nods off in a sitting position,; he produces a switchblade upon awakening suddenly. Hutz law firm I Can't Believe It's A Law Firm!‎. In The Simpsons: Hit and Run, there are signs on the Matlock Expressway that advertise the Lionel Hutz Law Firm, which also says, "30 minute settlements, or your pizza is Free!". His legal practice, located in a shopping mall, was named "I Can't Believe It's A Law Firm!". Status REDIRECT Template:Infobox character; Lionel Hutz is a fictional character in the animated television series The Simpsons.He was voiced by Phil Hartman, and his first appearance was in the season two episode "Bart Gets Hit by a Car".Hutz is a stereotypical ambulance chasing lawyer in Springfield with questionable competence and ethics. [8] He also wins a case for Bart Simpson in "The Day the Violence Died", by proving that Itchy was created by an old man named Chester J. Lampwick—though the deciding factor of the case is mainly proven by Bart's footwork to collect the crucial piece of evidence, rather than Hutz's competence. His legal practice, located in a shopping mall, is named "I Can't Believe It's a Law Firm!" Lionel Hutz is named after Sir Lionel Luckhoo, Q.C., the senior partner of Luckhoo & Luckhoo, in Georgetown, Guyana, who succeeded in getting 245 successive murder charge acquittals between 1940 and 1985 (which contrasts with Hutz's career who "has never won a case"). Hutz was also briefly married to Selma Bouvier, as when Homer asks her to marry Apu for his citizenship she says her name with 3 husband names added (Terwilliger, Hutz, McClure) and was long enough without Apu's long surname. Now this one was just too obvious not to write about! Lionel Hutz, also known as Miguel Sanchez, and also known as Dr. Nguyen Van Phuoc, is a lawyer in Springfield, albeit an incompetent one. Beyond practicing law, he also tries his hand at selling real estate, reasoning that it was a natural move as most of his clients ended up losing their homes anyway. and also offers "expert shoe repair." Since the Simpson family frequently appears in court,[6] other characters have represented the Simpsons in legal matters since the retirement,  ranging from just as incompetent to actually knowing what they're doing. The Blue-Haired Lawyer has also served as the family's attorney. Random Quiz. Hutz was a recovering alcoholic; also at one time he hastily left the courtroom after handling a bottle of bourbon in order to consult his A.A. sponsor, musician David Crosby. Lionel Hutz Hutz is a recovering alcoholic. He never doubted his ability in the courtroom for some reason, even though he had no idea what was going on."[11]. Despite the fact that the contract between Homer and the Devil clearly awarded Homer's soul to the Devil upon Homer's consumption of the 'forbidden doughnut', the jury found a note from Homer to Marge saying that he pledged his soul to her for all eternity thus his soul was not to rightfully give up to the Devil causing them rule in favor of Homer. Hutz then demands that his client tell him everything from then on. But he did earn $8 for babysitting Bart, Lisa, and Maggie for 32 hours. First appearance Phil Hartman was first suggested for the role of Lionel Hutz by Simpsons writer Jay Kogen, who liked Hartman's "great, strong voice." Hutz is a stereotypical ambulance chasing shady lawyer in Springfield with questionable competence and ethics. Here is a compilation of 35 quotes from the most quotable show of all-time, all of them referencing a film (well, sometimes, it's more about the book or the titular character, but I couldn't resist!). Also, Hutz referred to bourbon as "brownest of the brown liquors" and offered to share with Marge and Homer "a belt of scotch" at 9:30AM, explaining that he "hadn't slept in days. [15] Hutz has also been examined as an example of a fictional depiction of a member of the professional service market in popular culture. But, unexpectedly, this behind the scenes drama manages to hit the nail on the head of what is so lacking in director Harry Bradbeer’s YA detective story. [1] His legal practice, located in a shopping mall, is named "I Can't Believe It's a Law Firm!" What 'The Simpsons' teaches us about the law", "Phil Hartman, wife die in apparent murder-suicide", "Best TV/Movie Lawyers: 15 Legal Eagles We'd Hire", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Lionel_Hutz&oldid=996498209, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, This page was last edited on 26 December 2020, at 23:41. He exaggerates his academic credentials ("I've attended Harvard, Yale, MIT, Oxford, the Sorbonne, the Louvre") and is "the very worst in legal marketing".[3]. 2 0. Playlists ... this is the most blatant case of fraudulent advertising since my suit against the film 'The NeverEnding Story'. Entertainment Weekly named Hutz as one of their 15 favorite fictional television and film lawyers. Lionel Hutz: Well, he's kind of had it in for me ever since I accidentally ran over his dog. Although none of this had anything to do with Hutz's skills as a lawyer. In the video game The Simpsons: Hit & Run, billboards can be seen around Downtown Springfield promoting Lionel Hutz's free pizza offer. Hutz's incompetence and financial desperation sometimes lead him to resort to rooting through dumpsters, claiming it is client-related. "The Never-Ending Story" "Unlawful Entry" "Pulp Fiction" "Goodfellas" NEXT> 13. Although Hutz lost almost all of his cases, he did win several cases for the Simpsons, for instance representing Homer in his case against Captain McCallister and The Frying Dutchman restaurant over its "All You Can Eat" offer. Lionel Hutz: Mr. Simpson, this is the most blatant case of fraudulent advertising since my suit against the film ‘The Neverending Story’ → I’m a Sagittarius, which probably tells you way more than you need to know. I love the episode of The Simpsons where Lionel Hutz admits that he actually tried to sue the creators of this film for false advertisement. BrownBlack (in rare instances) To send us into the weekend with a smile, some legal wisdom from Lionel Hutz, lawyer on The Simpsons: Mr. Simpson, this is the most blatant case of fraudulent advertising since my suit against the film ‘The Neverending Story’ I have a fool-proof strategy to get you out of here: surprise witnesses, each more surprising than the last. [2], Another case he won for one of the Simpsons was when Bart discovered that an old tramp named Chester Lampwick was the real creator of The Itchy & Scratchy Show, which was proved by an old drawing by Lampwick. Lionel Hutz is a fictional character in the American animated TV sitcom The Simpsons.He is voiced by Phil Hartman, and his first appearance was in the season two episode "Bart Gets Hit by a Car".Hutz is a stereotypical ambulance chasing lawyer in Springfield with questionable competence and ethics. In "Bart the Murderer", he represented Bart when the latter was suspected for the supposed murder of Seymour Skinner, and the charges were dropped when Skinner reveals himself to be alive. For example, in "Sweets and Sour Marge", the equally-incompetent Gil stepped in. Following Hartman's death, Hutz appeared infrequently in clip shows and flashbacks, as well as crowd scenes, but only in non-speaking roles. The NeverEnding Story – 1985. The character was retired after Hartman's murder in 1998, as well as his other main character Troy McClure. He may also be a drug dealer, as when Milhouse lands the role of Fallout Boy, Hutz barged up to him and one of the services offered was "drug deal- errrrrr.... keeper awayer". The Kraaga Triunity claimed it, but we didn't really need it other than as territory to give the Triunity a little more girth in the never-ending genital-measuring pageant that is Galactic politics. Take your favorite fandoms with you and never miss a beat. But you are the greatest hero in American history. 82.1%: 6%: DNA is God's recipe for making you. Hutz immediately sees the potential in the case calling it " the most blatant case of fraudulent advertising since my suit against the film "The Neverending Story ". Preteen Existentialism: Two Boys, One Horse and A Neverending Story The Movie Lionel Hutz sued for false advertising. Hutz and McClure still sometimes appear in Simpsons Comics, as a voice actor is not needed. Occupation "Bart Gets Hit by a Car" Barney: What kind of pathetic drunk do you take me for? Then, he tells them that the box was empty anyway. New Kid on the Block Lionel Hutz: Mr. Simpson, this is the most blatant case of fraudulent advertising since my case against The Never-Ending Story! [3], Hutz also successfully sued Krusty after Bart got appendicitis after eating a piece of jagged metal that was being given away as a prize in his cereal that wasn't even in the safety package all prizes are held in. After winning the case, Hutz gives Bart only $500 of the $100,000 settlement. New Jobs As The Plot Demands: He's been seen assuming other jobs when his law work dries up, such as a real estate salesman, a talent agent, and a babysitter. Lawyer Realtor Estate Executor Shoe Repairer - Lionel Hutz, "The New Kid on the Block"Lionel Hutz (aka Miguel Sanchez, aka Dr. Nguyen Van Falk) is Springfield's resident shyster lawyer in The Simpsons universe. [4] Out of desperation for work, he has resorted to babysitting. Lionel Hutz: This is the greatest case of false advertising I've seen since I sued the movie The Never Ending Story. Of course, being a highly-skilled attorney, my fee is $175 an hour. Hutz: I’ll sell you mine, it’s almost full. At issue was the rightful owner of Homer Simpson's soul. For example, in "Sweets and Sour Marge", the equally-incompetent Gil Gunderson stepped in. [14] His characterization as an ambulance chaser who is only concerned with money has been viewed as part of a trend away from more noble depictions of lawyers in literature, such as Atticus Finch, and towards more critical depictions of lawyers and the United States legal system. In a hastily assembled courtroom in the Simpsons' living room, before a jury of the damned, Hutz discussed competently the nature of a contract, although his argument ironically was harmful to Homer. ", Gil Gunderson (Shelley Levene from 'Glengarry Glen Ross'; as played by Jack Lemmon), and at one point, Marge. Charles Montgomery "Monty" Burns, usually referred to simply as Mr. Burns, full name Charles Montgomery Plantaganet Schicklgruber Burns, is a recurring character in the animated television series The Simpsons, voiced initially by Christopher Collins, and currently by Harry Shearer.He is the evil, devious, greedy, and wealthy owner of the Springfield Nuclear Power Plant and, by … Hutz has also been known to use a phone booth as an office. Marge distrusted Lionel Hutz because he was an incompetent lawyer, even remarking once during a trial "We really should stop hiring him." He is nevertheless often hired by the Simpsons. Homer: So, do you think I have a case? horse. Moe: Barney, don't steal any beer while I'm gone. He was an inept ambulance chaser and, to quote Lisa, a "shyster", whom the Simpsons nonetheless repeatedly hired as their lawyer (a fact remarked on by Marge in a typically self-aware aside) probably because they could not afford a better lawyer anyway. ; Omnidisciplinary Lawyer: Lionel Hutz usually practices civil law, but he has taken cases as a prosecutor and a defense attorney as well (one time as a court-appointed attorney, in fact) and even represented them in a child … However, he only married Selma in order to get his hands on her Aunt Gladys' inheritance. Lionel Hutz: This is the greatest case of false advertising I've seen since I sued the movie The Never Ending Story. Considering Marge's honest nature, it is unlikely that she was lying. The case was not won so much for Hutz's skill as an attorney, but by Marge's introduction of the relevant evidence (the photo with a note from Homer on the back, granting his soul to Marge).[5]. Sex Homer's court hearing is briefly interrupted by people trying to present evidence to a "Springfield Vs. Santa Claus" case going on elsewhere in the courthouse. Quizzes. He runs his own mall-based law practice, I Can't Believe It's A Law Firm, and gives out … Kevin. Homer: Woohoo! The only other case technically won by Hutz was in "Treehouse of Horror IV", where he represents Homer against Satan (represented as Ned Flanders). [starts drinking beer out of the ashtray] Homer: Son, a … [4], Hutz additionally represented Homer against the Devil (Ned Flanders). And then there's Lionel Hutz suing the makers of ''The NeverEnding Story' for false advertising. Roger Myers (who had falsely claimed credit for the creation) then had to pay him $800 billion, which forced the Itchy & Scratchy Studios to temporarily close down. Writer Mike Scully described Hutz as a "combination of overconfidence and incompetence. Hutz made his final speaking appearance in Season 9 episode "Realty Bites". Lionel Hutz: Mr. Simpson, I don't use the word 'hero' lightly, but you are the greatest hero in American history. That $89 hurt was soothed by the hilarity of one of the best minor characters – Lionel Hutz. He is nevertheless often hired by the … Browning wrote that his "courtroom skills leave something to be desired"; in the episode "Marge in Chains", he motions for a "bad court thingy", at which the judge replies "You mean a mistrial? He also owns Red Blazer Realty, which employs Cookie Kwan "Number 1 on the West Side! Actually, replace "accidentally" with "repeatedly," and replace "dog" with "son." Hutz is also very greedy and will resorts to any means necessary to make money as well as making attempts to avoid punishments which was shown in "Selma's Choice", where he attempted forgery by editing Glady's will but he was caught by Marge where he then casually admits to forging other people's wills and has been successful (forgery is in fact a very serious crime that can result in 5 years in prison as well as receiving a fine that can range between $250 to $125,000 depending on the seriousness of the crime). Voiced by Since the Simpson family frequently appears in court, other characters have represented the Simpsons in legal matters since Hutz's retirement. Miguel Sanchez or Dr. Nguyen Van Phuoc The best proof that Lionel Hutz rules is that in this season’s finally, Gil as the Simpsons attorney made me want to blow up my TV. This, along with his greed in wanting half of the money, was supported in "Bart Gets Hit By a Car" in his first appearance. Hands down the cuddliest looking dragon ever! ", Beyond the law, he also tried his hand at selling real estate. The Humans were from the Rialto Hereditary Republic and had no better reason than we did for claiming the place. "I'm not wearing a tie at all" Mr. Hutz in, Mr. Hutz scolds at Marge for the damages of the, Mr. Hutz again in "Four Regrettings and a Funeral", yet his hair and suit colors have changed. Hutz does not seem to care about conflict of interest; in "A Streetcar Named Marge" he represents clients in a lawsuit against the producer(s) of a local production of A Streetcar Named Desire for not giving them any roles in the play, although he had a role himself. He also ran a shoe-repair business out of his law office. During cross-examination, Marge testified against Hutz out of spite because he hired Dr. Riviera, a quack to give out false prognosis and made Bart commit perjury by lying about being in intensive pain when he was fine. "This is the most blatant case of fraudulent advertising since my suit against the film 'The Neverending Story'." He was always desperate for cases, few of which he won. He is nevertheless often hired by the Simpsons.Following Hartman's … Two Cars in Every Garage and Three Eyes on Every Fish, So It's Come to This: A Simpsons Clip Show, https://simpsons.fandom.com/wiki/Lionel_Hutz?oldid=934932. Lionel Hutz, also known as Miguel Sanchez, and also known as Dr. Nguyen Van Phuoc, is a lawyer in Springfield, albeit an incompetent one. Relatives After he thinks he has lost the case, he gives the Simpsons their pizza. His last appearance in the series was in the season 12 episode "A Tale of Two Springfields". Phil Hartman † (1991-1997). $99,500 of which was taken by Hutz who'd assembled a team of phony lawyers to make it seem to Bart that it was necessary. To my executor, Lionel Hutz, I ... Added: February 24, 2010 Mr. Simpson, this is the most blatant case of false advertising since my case against "The Never-Ending Story"! 2 Replace The Word 'Kinda' With 'Repeatedly' And The Word 'Dog' With 'Son' Hutz really doesn't need any further things to overcome in the courtroom. When he was caught forging Gladys' signature by Marge and Lisa, Hutz was forced to properly read the will and give Marge's family Gladys' inheritance. At Hutz's urging, Marge tearfully admitted that after searching for another All You Can Eat fish restaurant until 3AM, Homer and Marge "went fishing." Skinner: Is there an Orange Julius stand on this level? The character of Lionel Hutz, along with other Phil Hartman characters, was retired after the actor's death. Ex-wife: Selma Bouvier and also offers "expert shoe repair." [9] In "'Round Springfield", Hutz successfully sues Krusty the Clown after Bart consumes a jagged metal Krusty-O from a box of cereal, resulting in an inflamed appendix. 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