Attorney Ted Black and partner Stuart Lane are about to merge with a firm run by Ted's ex. Associates Rick and Erica vie for positions in the firm, but when the merger hits a snag, Ted, a former prosecutor, must step into a role he holds in contempt.

Ted and Kevin deal with a bombshell about Lester's motive for killing his producing partner. Erica and Leah try to fulfill an unorthodox request for a celebrity client. In the past, Ted drags his old friend Stuart into his mob case.

The death of a beloved client brings Ted and Rick back together. Kevin helps Erica with a family matter. Stuart and Samantha clash over a distasteful client. Leah considers leaving the law. In the past, Ted gets news that could derail his career as a prosecutor.

Law students Ted and Stuart’s friendship is tested when they face off in a mock trial. In the present, Stuart faces a crisis as his doubts about his client mount.

Erica and Ted disagree when she tries to sign a high-profile client against his wishes. Stuart meets an unexpected adversary at anger management. Rick works to secure Dylan Pryor’s dream role.