At Bartlett LLP, we hire the best and brightest attorneys who possess knowledge and expertise across a broad range of disciplines. To ensure success, our trial lawyers offer their clients a personalized, result-driven approach to each individual case.
Established in 1887, this firm, built upon a foundation of integrity, has stood the test of time. Bartlet & Richardes LLP is highly regarded in the legal community, not by its big name clients, or flashy news conferences and press releases, but by the work they provide their clientele.
Bartlet's wife, Abigail Bartlet, is a thoracic surgeon and they have three daughters: Elizabeth Anne Westin, Eleanor Emily Bartlet, and Zoey Patricia Bartlet.
Bartlet's tenure as a fictional Democratic President of the United States is a preeminent aspect of the series. His origin as a recurring character evolved due to Sheen's acting finesse; Sorkin and fellow West Wing writers shaped Bartlet's role within the show accordingly.
Oliver BabishOliver Babish is the fifth and final White House Counsel under President Josiah Bartlet.
As much inspiration as was taken from President Clinton for the creation of Jed's character, it's clear that just as much influence was derived from President John F. Kennedy.
John Larroquette played Lionel Tribbey in the episode And It's Surely to Their Credit. He is best known for his role on the television series Night Court, where he played another high-profile attorney, Dan Fielding, a role which won him several Emmys for Best Actor.
Toby's law degree When discussing this in the Cheif of Staff's office, Leo, Toby, Sam and Josh are present. Leo states two things that indicate Toby is a lawyer: Everyone in the room is a lawyer!, and That said, say the word and we'll (implied to be Leo and Toby) take a leave of absence and join your legal team.
Rahm EmanuelJosh Lyman in "The West Wing" takes some inspiration from Rahm Emanuel. The actor chose to model his character after Emmanuel. AP/Paul Beaty/Warner Bros. The Sorkin drama's chief of staff is known to be directly inspired by the then-special advisor to Bill Clinton during his time.
In an eerie parallel to life, his character on "The West Wing," Leo McGarry, suffered a heart attack last season that forced him to give up his job as chief of staff to President Josiah Bartlet, played by Martin Sheen.
He left a lucrative law practice in Chicago to serve in the White House. However, he strongly feels that Bartlet is too moderate on affirmative action, capital gains, public schools and free trade (in Ainsley's words). He was replaced by Oliver Babish, however, this was not disclosed until the episode Bad Moon Rising.
Elizabeth LarroquetteJohn Larroquette / Wife (m. 1975)Larroquette met his wife Elizabeth Ann Cookson in 1974 while working in the play Enter Laughing. They were married July 4, 1975, as that was the only day they had off from rehearsals. They have three children, Lisa, Jonathan, and Ben. Their son Jonathan co-hosts a comedy podcast called "Uhh Yeah Dude".
Elizabeth LarroquetteJohn Larroquette / Spouse (m. 1975)
Lee Garlington: Alana Waterman.
Toby Ziegler got fired after leaking a story Sheen's character had no choice but to fire Toby, who had been one of his longtime advisors when it became known he had leaked classified information about a secret military space shuttle to the press.
Speaking to Empire Magazine, Sorkin explained how it was his biggest regret to not make her a series regular. He said: “I made a mistake with Emily Procter. I loved her on the show and when I had a chance to lock her up as a series regular, I didn't take it.
Established in 1887, this firm, built upon a foundation of integrity, has stood the test of time. Bartlet & Richardes LLP is highly regarded in the legal community, not by its big name clients, or flashy news conferences and press releases, but by the work they provide their clientele.
The firm carries on its practice in virtually all areas of law, including labour and employment law, corporate and commercial law, litigation, municipal law, corporate finance, banking, insolvency and receivership, taxation, franchising, estates and trusts, matrimonial law, commercial and residential real estate and construction law.
The collective talent of our more than 60 attorneys is evidenced by decades of success in state and federal courts. Our firm has the knowledge, staff, and resources necessary to bring justice to our diverse client base.
The collective talent of our more than 60 attorneys is evidenced by decades of success in state and federal courts. Our firm has the knowledge, staff, and resources necessary to bring justice to our diverse client base.
The collective talent of our more than 60 attorneys is evidenced by decades of success in state and federal courts. Our firm has the knowledge, staff, and resources necessary to bring justice to our diverse client base.
Bartlet's best friend, Leo McGarry, persuades him to run for president around the fall of 1995, writing the slogan "Bartlet for America" on a cocktail napkin. Although initially a dark horse, Bartlet eventually defeats the Democratic frontrunner, U.S. Senator John Hoynes of Texas, whom Bartlet asks to join the ticket as his vice-presidential running mate. He defeats the Republican nominee for president, winning a close election with just 48 percent of the vote, 48 million popular votes and a 303–235 margin in the Electoral College .
In the middle of the show's first season, it is revealed that Bartlet has multiple sclerosis. According to Sorkin, this was not planned; the plot came about because he wanted to write an episode in which the president was in bed watching a soap opera and the audience discovered that the first lady was a physician.
Sorkin said that Bartlet's tirade against God in the episode " Two Cathedrals " is therefore directed just as much at Bartlet's own father as it is at God. However, when his father's unkind and sometimes abusive treatment of him is mentioned by Toby Ziegler, Bartlet attempts to defend his father.
Sorkin said he took some of Bartlet's characteristics from his own father, namely his "great love of education and literature [and] all things old," his " [belief] in a genuine goodness in people," and his "'Aw, Dad' sense of humor.".
While Bartlet's campaign efforts are damaged by the controversy, he nonetheless defeats the Republican nominee, Governor Robert Ritchie of Florida, by a landslide and is returned for a second term.
He does, however, express regret at his inability to balance the budget in his eight years in the White House. Bartlet does not shy away from using the military when he feels it is necessary during his eight years in the White House, and deals with major foreign policy crises in various parts of the world.