L.A. Law (1986–1994)

L.A. Law consistently explored contemporary social issues and legal ethics, often highlighting systemic injustices and advocating for civil rights and corporate accountability through the lens of individual lawyers working within the legal system, aligning with progressive values.

The series 'L.A. Law' featured visible diversity in its ensemble cast, including a prominent Black character, without explicitly recasting traditionally white roles. Its narrative frequently engaged with and critiqued traditional power structures and individual biases, often making diversity, equity, and inclusion themes central to its storylines and legal cases.