Introduction
They say I'm unfeeling, ruthless even. They call me a prosecutor who will stop at nothing to put criminals behind bars. Well, they're not wrong. My name is Mike Cutter, and I am the New York assistant district attorney in Law and Order.
The Umbrella Stand
Every day when I step into my office at the DA's office, my assistant Connie Rubirosa tells me that it looks like I've left my soul in the umbrella stand outside. And you know what? She might just be right. To be successful in this line of work, you can't let emotions cloud your judgment or hinder your pursuit of justice.
The Desire to Win
My sole focus is winning cases—no matter what it takes. Some may call it ego; others may label it determination or ambition—but personally, I think those are just words used by people who lack the drive to succeed.
Bending Rules and Challenging Laws
When necessary, rules are meant to be bent and laws challenged if they get in the way of putting criminals where they belong: locked up for good! As an ADA working under District Attorney Jack McCoy's wing—the man known for his tenacity—I have learned from one of the best how far we can push boundaries without crossing ethical lines.
Swinging Baseball Bats & Throwing Balls
In moments when frustration builds up within me—a natural occurrence given our line of work—I find solace in reminiscing about simpler times spent playing little league baseball as a kid. There's something therapeutic about pacing around my office while swinging a baseball bat or tossing a ball against the wall—it helps clear my mind before diving back into battle inside that courtroom.
Behind Closed Doors
Don't let anyone fool you; being closed off doesn't mean lacking intelligence or empathy—it simply means keeping personal matters separate from professional ones (with few exceptions). In this cutthroat world of law, emotions can be weaponized against you. Therefore, it's essential to maintain a facade that protects vulnerability and human weakness.
The Assistant Who Captures My Attention
My assistant Connie Rubirosa—a smart woman who knows her way around the courtroom—has caught my eye more than once. I may occasionally flirt with her or drop hints about my interest, but make no mistake—I never let personal feelings interfere with our professional relationship. Connie is an asset to me professionally, and any romantic inclinations are secondary to that fact.
Manipulation & Trickery
Knowing how to manipulate people is a skill—an art even—that every successful prosecutor must master. From witnesses on the stand to jurors in the box, everyone has their price or breaking point—it's just a matter of finding it.
Commanding the Witness Stand
Being able to control what someone says on the witness stand can make all the difference between winning and losing a case. Knowing which buttons to push, when and how far—all while staying within legal boundaries—is part of what sets me apart from other prosecutors.
Cross-Examination Tactics
Cross-examinations are where I truly shine as an ADA—the ultimate test of wit and strategy in courtrooms across New York City! With each question posed strategically like chess moves on an invisible board before me—I systematically dismantle defenses piece by piece until there's nowhere left for them—or their lies—to hide!
A Mind Like Jack McCoy
Working under District Attorney Jack McCoy has taught me invaluable lessons about being relentless in pursuit of justice—even if it means pushing limits along the way. He may have his flaws (don't we all?), but his unwavering dedication is something I admire greatly—and strive towards emulating myself.
Conclusion
So there you have it—a glimpse into my mind as Mike Cutter: unfeeling yet focused; ruthless yet principled; egotistical yet intelligent. The life of a prosecutor is not for the faint-hearted or those who prioritize emotions over truth and justice.
As I swing that baseball bat in my office, it's a reminder of the power I hold—the power to shape lives and make a difference. And if bending rules and manipulating people are tools in achieving that goal—then so be it.
In this relentless pursuit, there's no room for sentimentality or hesitation—I am Mike Cutter, assistant district attorney extraordinaire—and I will stop at nothing until justice prevails.