Movies and TvShows featuring "family-lawyer" theme.

Little Gloria Vanderbilt, the daughter of a rich and heavily indebted family, becomes the center of a custody battle between her alcoholic mother and her scheming sister-in-law. The story takes place during the Great Depression era and involves deceit, greed, and tabloid journalism.

Chisato is homeless and on the run from debt collectors, when a wealthy man offers to pay off her debt if she marries him for one month. However, Chisato discovers that there are clauses to the contract after he dies, which includes being the mother of his six sons.

The Arrangement (1969) is a semi-autobiographical drama that follows the life of an advertising executive who experiences a midlife crisis. He finds himself in a sad and unfulfilling marriage and embarks on an extramarital affair. The story explores themes of sadness, stream-of-consciousness, and the consequences of his actions. Along the way, the protagonist grapples with his own identity, societal expectations, and the complexities of relationships. The plot is driven by the character's quest for happiness and personal fulfillment. The movie is based on a novel and features elements of advertising, family relationships, and the advertising industry in Madison Avenue during this time period.

When a charming but devious man marries a wealthy widow, his dark intentions are revealed as he plans to murder her for the inheritance.

When the Daltons Rode is a wild west adventure centered around the infamous Dalton Gang. Falsely accused of murder, the brothers must fight to clear their name while evading the law and seeking justice. With bank robberies, shootouts, and a heart-wrenching love story, this classic film is a must-watch for any western fan.

Love, Again is a drama and romance movie that explores the themes of adolescent love, husband-wife estrangement, and parents-daughter relationships. The plot follows a family lawyer who finds herself in the picturesque town of Camden, Maine. While managing a beach resort, she encounters various situations including a wedding dress mishap, a yoga class, and meeting her fiancé's parents. As she navigates through her fear of heights, mixed doubles tennis, and reminiscing about past experiences, she also finds love again with a charming dance instructor. This movie captures the ups and downs of relationships, marriage separation, and the journey towards finding true love.

A murder investigation takes place in 1960s New York City, involving a young widow, a wealthy estate, a bodyguard, and a courtroom trial. The case becomes more complicated as the detective uncovers evidence of blackmail and a frame-up, leading to a high-stakes police investigation and a shocking revelation about the real killer.

In The Thirteenth Guest, a criminologist and a dumb detective must uncover the secrets of a dark and stormy night family dinner, as a mysterious assassin targets the guests. With secret codes, plastic surgery, and dysfunctional family relationships, suspicion hangs in the air as the guests become prisoners in their own house.

Wealthy Mr. Kennedy shoots his secretary, Channing, during a parlor game, but it turns out the gun was loaded with real bullets. Luckily, criminologist Phillip Montrose is on hand to help the police. When Kennedy quickly ends up dead as well, the police think it's a tidy murder-suicide, but the family lawyer knows of a letter that voiced Kennedy's suspicions about someone who was out to get him. Soon, the cops are on the trail of a ruthless and clever killer who is one step ahead of even Montrose.

In 19th century New York City, a man with a cloak becomes involved in a convoluted plot surrounding an inheritance and the mysterious death of a wealthy man. With the help of a former actress and a loyal housemaid, he must navigate through a web of deception and betrayal to uncover the truth.

The Gay Sisters revolves around three sisters, Fiona, Evelyn, and Susanna, who find themselves caught in a web of deceit and love. As they navigate through family secrets, romances, and tragedies, they must fight to preserve their family's honor and fortune. Along the way, they face challenges such as drug overdose and inheritance disputes. Will they be able to overcome these obstacles and maintain their legacy?

Madcap society girl June Bolton has a talent for trouble. Trying to evade a subpoena in connection with one of her misadventures, she winds up in jail and has to be bailed out by the family attorney, Dick Clayton. But June is soon in trouble again, this time involved with a mob boss and a shady lady. Exasperated by his wealthy client's reckless escapades, Clayton determines to quit... until he realizes he has fallen in love with the little madcap.

Rich socialite must deny persistent rumours that she has an affair with a poor author.

Gentleman's Fate is a crime drama film released in 1931. It follows the story of a bootlegger who gets entangled in a web of deception after a dying father reveals a secret. Set in New York City during the prohibition era, the film explores themes of class distinction, murder, and betrayal.

When Rachel Stetherill's daughter marries a man of whom she disapproves, Rachel disowns her. Five years later her daughter, now widowed, is killed. Her young son comes under the influence of a professional safecracker and is soon on his way to becoming a hardened criminal. Twenty yeas later the Stetherill family lawyer learns that the infamous thief known as Ladyfingers bears a striking resemblance to Rachel's husband--and has fallen in love with Enid, Mrs. Stetherill's young ward. Complications ensue.