Money will determine whether the accused goes to prison or walks out of the courtroom a free man.

- Johnnie Cochran

Since the Puffy Combs case in New York, I will not try any more criminal cases

- Johnnie Cochran

If it doesn't make sense, you must find for the defense.

- Johnnie Cochran

The president appoints the judges. Your lives and your children's lives can change by all of these appellate court judges who will be appointed who w…

- Johnnie Cochran

If it does not fit, you must acquit.

- Johnnie Cochran

Jurors want courtroom lawyers to have some compassion and be nice.

- Johnnie Cochran

I'm a big believer in the fact that life is about preparation, preparation, preparation.

- Johnnie Cochran

I want to describe myself, not be described by others.

- Johnnie Cochran

An opening statement is like a guide or a road map. It's a very delicate thing.

- Johnnie Cochran