Raising the Bar
Overview
The story follows the journeys of young attorneys navigating the legal system from two opposing perspectives: one from the public defender's office and the other from the district attorney's office. Their paths often intersect as they tackle various cases, while the judges overseeing these trials also play a critical role in the unfolding drama. Each episode delves into the challenges they face, the moral dilemmas they encounter, and the impact of their decisions on the lives involved.
Episodes
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1
Public Defender
Jerry Kellerman, a public defender, is determined to prove the innocence of his client, despite facing a judge who openly dislikes him. As he navigate...
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2
Guatemala Gulfstream
Jerry takes on the case of a man facing murder charges, but the sole eyewitness resides in Guatemala. Meanwhile, Michele is excited about her first mu...
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3
I Will, I'm Will
Jerry represents a client with mental health issues but faces challenges with Judge Kessler during the proceedings. Meanwhile, Richard is tasked with ...
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4
Richie Richer
Richard's affluent father presents Roz with a job opportunity. Meanwhile, Jerry takes on the case of a mother whose arrest could be linked to her test...
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5
Bagels and Locks
Jerry is deeply affected by a heartbreaking case involving the murder of a young boy. As media attention grows, Balco steps in as the primary prosecut...
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6
Hang Time
Jerry takes on the case of a man who chased after a hit-and-run driver, only to end up stealing from him. Meanwhile, Bobbi is dealing with a domestic ...
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7
A Leg to Stand On
Jerry takes on the case of a client he firmly believes is innocent. He gets a nudge to opt for a bench trial, but soon discovers there are underlying ...
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8
Out on the Roof
When one of Charlie's friends gets arrested, he decides to have Jerry take on the case. However, things take a turn when Charlie finds himself face-to...
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9
Roman Holiday
Jerry takes on the case of an HIV-positive man accused of attempted murder after he allegedly spat in a police officer's face. He finds himself pitted...
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10
Shop Till You Drop
The appeals court reverses the conviction of a black firefighter wrongfully accused of stealing items from a body discovered in a fire. The court dete...
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Hair Apparent
In the intense season opener, Jerry represents a barber facing trial for letting his nephew sell crack from his shop. Marcus, instructed by Balco to a...
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2
Rules of Engagement
Jerry and Michelle find themselves in front of a new judge, navigating the complexities of their case. During this process, Michelle develops a crush ...
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3
The Curious Case Of Kellerman's Button
Jerry finds himself at odds with Judge Farnsworth and devises a plan to turn the judge's own regulations against him. Determined to show Farnsworth th...
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4
No Child's Left Behind
Jerry steps in to support a father who is facing harsh charges from Balco's relentless prosecution. Meanwhile, Bobbi starts to explore the possibility...
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5
Is There a Doctor in the House?
Jerry steps in to represent a woman arrested for drug possession. Meanwhile, Michelle's new boyfriend keeps giving Jerry the cold shoulder, making it ...
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6
I'll Be Down to Get You a Taxi, Honey
In court, Jerry appeals to the jury's emotions rather than focusing on the actual evidence while defending a man accused of hitting a crooked lawyer. ...
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7
Fine and Dandy
Jerry and Richard are both in a battle to defend their clients who have been unfairly penalized. Judge Kessler is set to oversee Richard's case, all w...
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8
Trust Me
Bobbi faces a challenging situation as she takes on a case involving a confidential informant who is terrified that his influential codefendant might ...
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9
Trout Fishing
Kessler and Farnsworth find themselves at odds over a case involving a mother facing imprisonment. Meanwhile, Balco assigns a case to Michelle, giving...
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10
Making Up Is Hard to Do
Bobbi takes on the case of a woman charged with cocaine smuggling, fiercely defending her innocence. Meanwhile, Michelle finds herself depending on th...
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11
Bobbi Ba-Bing
Jerry takes on the case of an inmate accused of stabbing a fellow prisoner, while Richard collaborates with Ashley, a recently appointed public defend...
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12
Beating a Dead Horse
Jerry steps in to handle Bobbi's case concerning a pregnant woman struggling with a heroin addiction. Meanwhile, Michelle is resolute in her mission t...
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13
Maybe, Baby
Jerry has doubts about his client's agreement to testify against a rapist, leading to a chain of unexpected events that ultimately result in Roz findi...
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14
O! Say Can You Pee
Richard steps in to represent a law student who’s been accused of dousing a police officer with beer during a game. Meanwhile, Marcus initiates lega...
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15
Happy Ending
In the final episode, Jerry takes on the case of a male massage therapist accused of inappropriately touching a female client. Meanwhile, Kessler’s ...
