Finnish lawyer Kaarle Gummerus has spent years defending some of Finland’s most notorious criminals, including the Turku terrorist stabber, Mika Moring, Jens Ihle, the Seinäjoki teenage murderer, the Pirkkala school stabber, and the Orivesi school shooter. He describes the emotional toll of representing individuals accused of horrific crimes, admitting one case deeply affected him to the point of reliving the act. Gummerus revealed he even found himself watching related videos in his personal time. He explains his rationale for defending these individuals, despite facing criticism and difficult questions, such as one from a student during a school visit asking how he could represent such people. The lawyer also sheds light on the private conversations held with his clients behind the scenes. Gummerus’s work provides a look into the complexities of the Finnish legal system and the ethical challenges faced by defense attorneys.