When Does Atticus Take The Case

When Does Atticus Take The Case. Why does mayella ewell lie on the witness stand? Atticus feels he must take the case to uphold his principles of justice and equality, and to set an example for his children about standing up for what is right.

Atticus finch’s closing argument in the trial of tom robinson, from harper lee’s classic novel to kill a mockingbird (1960). Atticus warns scout that there is going to be a lot of ugly talk about him and the case over the course of the trial which will take place during the coming summer.