48 pages 1 hour read

John Grisham

The Firm

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1991

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Chapters 11-15Chapter Summaries & Analyses

Chapter 11 Summary

Mitch learns that he passed the bar exam with a high score. The firm gives him a bonus check of $2,000 and a bronze version of the new firm stationary that has his name on it. A few days later, Mitch’s name is published in the paper as a new lawyer at Bendini, Lambert, & Locke. While eating lunch a few days after that, FBI Agent Wayne Tarrance approaches Mitch. He warns Mitch not to trust anyone and that he is likely being listened to everywhere, including his home. Mitch returns to the office and reports the meeting to Lamar who takes him to Oliver. Mitch holds back some information but tells Oliver and several other partners most of what Wayne said. They assure Mitch it likely has to do with some of their clients’ business and the IRS. However, Oliver goes to DeVasher upset and is told that they will be keeping a closer eye on Mitch.

Chapter 12 Summary

Mitch goes to visit his brother Ray at Brushy Mountain State Prison. Ray was convicted eight years ago of second-degree murder after a bar fight resulted in a man’s death. Mitch asks Ray to give him the name of a former inmate who has become a private investigator.