Atticus Finch's Trial

Atticus Finch was assigned Tom Robinson’s case because he was the only one that Tom had a chance of getting his life back and getting back to his family. Atticus’s daughter, Scout Finch may have saved Atticus's life and even Tom’s life at the jailhouse. Atticus was at the jailhouse to make sure his defendant wouldn’t be murdered but still gave up after Tom was found guilty at the courthouse the next day when Atticus knew Tom’s case could have been easily appealed. Atticus should have brought more people and fought harder to keep his client from not being found guilty. Atticus accepted being Tom’s lawyer so Tom can be found innocent and he knew it wasn’t going to be easy, but he still gave up when he could have done something when he heard the word guilty come out of John Taylor’s

The novel To Kill a Mocking Bird is written by Harper Lee in 1960. The story takes place in the tired old town of Maycomb, during the Great Depression. It is inspired by the author's own experiences growing up during these hard times. During the novel, Scout and Jem mistake physical strength for courage. However, true courage is the inner desire to do what is righteous, no matter the consequences that result from your decision.

Before the case of Tom Robinson vs Mayella Ewell, Atticus recognizes that both Scout and Jem will have to understand the case in the situation behind it. He doesn't want this for his kids but he understands is going to happen and they should be prepared for it. As Atticus said, “Scout’s got to learn to keep her head and learn soon, with what’s in store for her these next few months. She’s coming along,

Going above and beyond for others can turn out great or not so great, but the satisfaction of helping others should be enough. In To Kill a Mockingbird, Harper Lee demonstrates showing compassion through many different characters. It is told from a 10 year-old, Scout Finch’s point of view. The novel takes place in Maycomb, Alabama. The Finch family has many challenges to face, such as Atticus being assigned to Tom’s case, which he was accused of raping a white girl.

Should we hire Atticus Finch? The law firm of Duterte is searching for a new lawyer. They deal with various cases, most of them are really serious, therefore they need a person who can handle cases skillfully and seriously. Recently, the family of Ewell reported a black man for assaulting one of their family member, Mayella.

Atticus states “... Scout, I couldn’t go to church and worship God if I didn’t try to help that man.” (Lee Page 104) By stating this is shows that Atticus believes he has to defend Tom even though the majority of the town doesn’t agree with this decision. Atticus believes that Tom is innocent and will not let Tom be convicted guilty without letting people hear the truth about what really happened.

Earlier in the book, Atticus tells Scout why he took this case. He tells her he couldn't face the town if he didn’t defend Tom. He is not going to be racist like the rest of the town. “The main one is, if I didn’t I couldn't hold up my head in town, I couldn't represent this county in the legislature, I couldn’t even tell you or Jem not to do something again.” (Lee 86).

In the novel To Kill A Mockingbird, by Harper Lee, Atticus Finch, lawyer and father of Scout and Jem Finch, has chosen to take on the defense of the Tom Robinson trial. This decision by Atticus was very excellent and beneficial to help teach his kids very valuable lessons in life. For example, Atticus wants his kids to become familiar with, and attached to the ideals presented within law, and all of the aspects, or consequences that come with law. In the novel, it states, " 'This is their home, sister,' said Atticus. ' We've made it this way for them, they might as well learn to cope with it ' "

Atticus knows that “there’s been some high talk around town to the effect that [he] shouldn’t do much about defending [Tom Robinson]” (100). However, even though his family and friends my disagree, may even think less of him, Atticus’ interaction with this case gives his cause to think greater of himself because he is fighting for what he believes in. This kind of situation is difficult when you’re opposing you’re enemies, but even harder when you are up against your friends. Even so, Atticus on the path he knows is right, risking his popularity and status among the town. Atticus tells Scout, “you just hold your head high and keep your fists down.

(p. 82). Perplexed by what he means, Scout asks Atticus, who explains that he is “simply defending a negro” (p. 83). When questioned by Scout why he is defending Tom, Atticus replies, “For a number of reasons… The main one is, if I didn’t

Atticus is a courageous man and is also a good influencer to his kids, Scout and Jem. He teaches them that everyone matters in this world no matter how different someone can be. Harper Lee writes, "This case, Tom Robinson's case, is something that goes to the essence of a man's conscience-Scout, I couldn’t go to church if I didn't try to help that man."(104). This quote shows how much Atticus wanted to help out Tom even if he knows that the outcome will still be the same but if he at least tries he will not live with the guilt inside of him for the rest of his life. Not only did Atticus show courage, Boo Radley did as well.

This book is set in the year 1930, in Maycomb County, Alabama, when racism was a big part in life. A man, Atticus Finch, defends a black man, Tom Robinson, in a trial about rape. Tom is accused of raping and abusing Mayella Ewell, but Atticus proves that Tom is innocent, but he is still found guilty by the jury because he is colored. Mr. Ewell is offended and swears that he will take his entire life to get back at Atticus because he accused him of abusing his own daughter. Eventually, at the end of the book, Mr. Ewell attacks Atticus’s children, Jem and Scout, hoping to kill them but fails, and ends up falling on his own knife and dying.

Many people in the community assumed that Tom was guilty solely because he was black. Atticus knew this mentality was wrong. He felt confident to defend Tom even though he knew that the jury would probably find him guilty, simply based on his skin color. Throughout the trial, Scout and Jem observed and noticed their father’s courage, integrity, and honorable qualities. Nevertheless, he knew he had to try and change the way society viewed black people.

In turn, this affects Atticus’ children, Scout and Jem, negatively. Because of Atticus’ choice to defend Tom Robinson the family and himself is put in harm 's way and harassed. Additionally, it damages the family’s and his reputation. The first reason it’s sensible for Atticus to not

Atticus could not live with himself if he failed to give his utmost effort in clearing the accused, Tom Robinson’s, name. The lawyer feels that he has to do it. The people of Maycomb are small minded and hypocritical, Atticus Finch is not. Nothing can be done to make the towns people hear the truth. Tom Robinson, would be a free man, living with his family, if it wasn’t for the people of Maycomb.