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Kate Reed is a firm believer that justice can always be found – even if it's not always in the courtroom. Once a lawyer at her family's esteemed San Francisco firm, Kate's frustration with the legal system led her to a new career as a mediator. Thanks to her innate understanding of human nature, thorough legal knowledge, and wry sense of humor, Kate is a natural when it comes to dispute resolution. Except, it seems, when it comes to conflicts in her own life.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Kate Reed is a firm believer that justice can always be found – even if it's not always in the courtroom. Once a lawyer at her family's esteemed San Francisco firm, Kate's frustration with the legal system led her to a new career as a mediator. Thanks to her innate understanding of human nature, thorough legal knowledge, and wry sense of humor, Kate is a natural when it comes to dispute resolution. Except, it seems, when it comes to conflicts in her own life.
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Episode 1
Kate returns to work and mediates a case between a corporation and former employee whose granddaughter claims he was exposed to harmful chemicals.
Directed by Anton CropperWritten by Peter OckoGuest stars Esai Morales, Mark Moses, Michael Hogan, John Aylward, Susan Hogan, Andrea Brooks, Kayvon Kelly, Elizabeth Weinstein
Episode 2
Justin asks Kate to negotiate a deal between the FBI and a local hospital. The case seems simple until Kate discovers another patient was bumped from the donor list to accommodate the FBI.
Directed by Andy WolkGuest stars Barry Shabaka Henley, Sarayu Blue, John Brotherton, Chantele Francis, Jennifer Cheon Garcia, Serge Houde, Tristan Jensen, Mark Margolis
Episode 3
Judge Nicastro forces Kate to take a case over an insurance dispute and suggests that Lauren begin dating.
Directed by Ken GirottiWritten by Joanna JohnsonGuest stars Gerald McRaney, Aaron Hill, Timothy V. Murphy, Tahmoh Penikett, Ben Cotton, Kurt Max Runte, Mark Acheson, Reid Anderson
Episode 4
Kate mediates a dispute over a severance package for an employee fired from an aeronautics company. Lauren and Ben argue over how to handle a settlement offer.
Directed by Allan KroekerGuest stars Kevin Weisman, Tom Amandes, Kelly Hu, Michael Benyaer, Rick Peters, Robyn Ross, Reese Alexander, Ian Edwards
Episode 5
A landlord is unable to pay his mortgage because one of his tenants is a drug dealer, so Kate steps in to mediate the case.
Directed by Peter LauerGuest stars Esai Morales, RonReaco Lee, Tyler McClendon, David Barrera, Primo Allon, Michael Ryan, Martha Sanchez, Andy Rukes
Episode 6
After Justin and the San Francisco Police Department are accused of police brutality, Kate and Ben are forced to represent the victim.
Directed by Anton CropperGuest stars Mark Margolis, Brian Goodman, Anita Brown, Larisa Oleynik, Sean Owen Roberts
Episode 7
Justin and Ben argue over a plea bargain while Kate visits her old school.
Directed by Tawnia McKiernanGuest stars Melinda McGraw, Laura Regan, Jonna Walsh, Eric Keenleyside, Randal Edwards, Jenna Hastings
Episode 8
When Kate enlists Ben's help in turning a prison mediation into a personal crusade, both discover that their romantic feelings for each other are hard to avoid.
Directed by Peter MarkleGuest stars Wendy Crewson, Agnes Bruckner, Laci J. Mailey, Alanna Ubach, Tobias Slezak, Olivia Cheng, Richard Keats, Charlie Gallant
Episode 9
Judge Nicastro enlists Kate and Ben to mediate a contract dispute. Lauren looks for a painting to hang in the lobby of the firm.
Directed by Michael W. WatkinsWritten by Roger WolfsonGuest stars Gerald McRaney, Meat Loaf, Chris Payne Gilbert, Khary Payton, Maria J. Cruz, Paul Cummings, Evan Frayne, Jason Griffith
Episode 10
Justin and D.A. Davidson oppose Kate and Ben. Meanwhile, Lauren negotiates the purchase of an airline for a client.
Directed by Andy WolkGuest stars Betsy Brandt, Esai Morales, Katie Walder, Noel Johansen, Arien Boey, Alec Burden, Terence Dament, Jacob Hoppenbrouwer
Episode 11
Kate and Ben settle a dispute in Lake Tahoe; Lauren helps Justin with an impossible case.
Directed by Matthew PennWritten by Joanna JohnsonGuest stars Esai Morales, James Martinez, Richard Keats, Elliot Mandelcorn, Jonathan Keltz, Bruce Dawson, Zak Santiago, Andrew Airlie
Episode 12
Justin puts his election in jeopardy when he introduces Kate to a Brazilian singer and activist. Elsewhere, Lauren falls for a businessman who may be hiding something
Directed by Peter MarkleWritten by Peter OckoGuest stars Birkett Turton, Lloyd Owen, Josefina Scaglione, Connor Trinneer, P. Lynn Johnson, Arleo Dordar, Nick Hunnings, Dariush Asad Zadeh
Episode 13
Kate digs deeper when a news station fires a lesbian couple for fraternizing in the workplace. Also, Kate must choose between Justin and Ben.
Directed by Anton CropperWritten by Peter OckoGuest stars Esai Morales, Ted Atherton, Lindy Booth, Lloyd Owen, Rebecca Staab, Linnea Sharples, Alison Araya, Eric Breker
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
Sarah ShahiKate Reed
Michael TruccoJustin Patrick
Virginia WilliamsLauren Reed
Ryan JohnsonBen Grogan
Baron VaughnLeonardo Prince
Betsy BrandtNatalie Roberts
Patrick GilmoreDouglas Pease
Ken HowardCharles Pease
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