Theodore 'Teddy' Hoffman is a highly-regarded defense attorney in a prestigious Los Angeles law firm. Having successfully defended the wealthy but suspicious Richard Cross in a much-publicised murder trial, he is now involved in the defense of Neil Avedon, a famous young actor who has been suffering from severe drug and alcohol problems - and has been charged with the murder for which Cross was acquitted.
Theodore 'Teddy' Hoffman is a highly-regarded defense attorney in a prestigious Los Angeles law firm. Having successfully defended the wealthy but suspicious Richard Cross in a much-publicised murder trial, he is now involved in the defense of Neil Avedon, a famous young actor who has been suffering from severe drug and alcohol problems - and has been charged with the murder for which Cross was acquitted.
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A powerful L.A. entrepreneur (Stanley Tucci) is accused of killing his mistress's 15-year-old sister, Jessica Costello, after she is found "naked, tied up, strangled, [with] drugs all over the place" in an apartment he owns. The murder of Jessica Costello becomes front-page news and the hottest new case for the law firm of Hoffman & Associates.
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Directed by Charles HaidWritten by David Milch, Charles H. Eglee, Steven BochcoGuest stars Patti Yasutake, Saida Pagan, Michael Rothhaar, Larry Williams, Michael McCarty, Larry F. Barrett, Matt Beck, Elisabeth Harmon-Haid
Hoffman grows suspicious when Cross appears overly confident at his arraignment on the charge of murder; a surprise witness (Tia Carrere) comes forward with new information. Ted Hoffman goes from defending Richard Cross for the murder of Jessica Costello to defending Neil Avedon (Jason Gedrick) , a hot young Hollywood actor, for the same murder.
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Directed by Michael FrescoWritten by Charles H. EgleeGuest stars Jack Shearer, John Towey, Paul Satterfield, Steve Harris, Marnie McPhail, Dion Anderson, Leland Orser, Andrew Hill Newman
A personal item belonging to Jessica Costello surfaces that could incriminate members of the Hollywood community; Avedon's substance abuse creates problems for Hoffman, who selects a new attorney for second chair. Lisa defends an investments specialist on trial for mishandling his clients' life savings.
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Written by Ann DonahueGuest stars Adam Scott, Marc McClure, Tony Plana, Thomas Kopache, Richard McGonagle, Paul Lambert, Oliver Clark, Claire Jacobs
Avedon takes a lie-detector test and is released on bail, but Grasso tries to get the bail revoked because of the incriminating sex tape brought in by Melissa. Meanwhile, Hoffman defends a police detective (Joe Spano) accused of using unnecessary force after responding to a domestic dispute call.
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Directed by Michael FrescoWritten by Geoffrey NeigherGuest stars Adam Scott, Oliver Clark, Zoaunne LeRoy, Anita Finlay, Markus Flanagan, Robert Neches, Marty Rackham, Pat Corley
Avedon goes to court for his preliminary hearing; Blalock (Kevin Tighe) believes he's found a witness who can discredit Cross's alibi for the night of the murder. Meanwhile, Appleton defends a Jewish youth (Maury Ginsberg) accused of an anti-Semitic hate crime. After a lead in her sister's murder proves deadly, Julie Costello shows up at the law firm to talk to Hoffman, fearing that her own life is now in danger.
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Directed by Nancy SavocaWritten by Charles HollandGuest stars James Avery, Adam Scott, Warren Frost, David Zabel, Maury Ginsberg, Gina Gallego, Billy Jayne, Victor Raider-Wexler
Hoffman hires Velacek to investigate David Blalock's murder, and he retains an expert jury consultant (Lorraine Toussaint). Meanwhile, Avedon appears in court to see if his bail will be revoked, and Spivak defends a man (Billy Maddox) accused of a murder committed 17 years before. When Julie overdoses on drugs prescribed by Dr. Lester, Hoffman suspects the doctor has ulterior motives for keeping his female patients so heavily sedated.
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Directed by Jim CharlestonGuest stars Kevin Tighe, Adam Scott, Billy Maddox, Michael Leopard, Will MacMillan, Dean Fortunato, Robert Gallo, Deborah May
Hoffman receives information that Avedon may have confessed to killing Jessica Costello; someone is suspected of leaking facts to the press. Meanwhile, Gillespie defends a 12-year-old gang member (DeJuan Guy) accused of murdering a rival at a funeral.
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Directed by Donna DeitchGuest stars Adam Scott, Deborah May, Bradford Tatum, Robin Gammell, Hill Harper, Richard Cummings Jr., DeJuan Guy, Samuel Monroe Jr.
Avedon plans a live television interview; a surprising source brings forth a videotape that further incriminates Avedon; Julie is arrested for DUI. Meanwhile, Appleton convinces a former patient (Charlotte Ross) of Dr. Lester to share her disturbing experiences with Julie.
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Directed by Michael FrescoWritten by Charles Holland, Ann Donahue, Geoffrey NeigherGuest stars Adam Scott, Richard McGonagle, Lorraine Toussaint, Randy Oglesby, Carol Lawrence, Barry Kivel, Jessica Tuck, Miriam Flynn
Convinced that Richard Cross is trying to manipulate the outcome of Neil Avedon's murder trail, Hoffman advises Justine to turn down a business opportunity from him.
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Directed by Elodie KeeneWritten by William M. Finkelstein, Steven Bochco, Doug PalauGuest stars Brittany Murphy, Linda Carlson, Bobbie Phillips, Nicolas Surovy, Richard Schiff, Steve Inwood, Robert Pine, Barry Cullison
Jury selection begins in Avedon's murder trial, and among the potential jurors are an ex-cop, an ex-marine and a feminist. Meanwhile, a stalker (Debra Christofferson) reappears on Avedon's trail and Francesca (Donna Murphy) considers divorcing Richard. Hoffman faces a rumor that he had an affair with Francesca Cross, a rumor he believes was started by Richard Cross.
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Written by William M. Finkelstein, Geoffrey NeigherGuest stars Linda Carlson, Lisa Banes, Debra Christofferson, Frederick Coffin, Lynn Wanlass, Charles Cyphers, Ernie Lee Banks, Betty McGuire
Hoffman tries to get Avedon's charges dropped due to Holly Gerges's confession. Meanwhile, jury selection continues, with a law professor (Steven Gilborn) among those questioned. Hoffman becomes suspicious after Cross asks him to help Roberto Portalegre, an influential associate from Brazil whose son was accused of date rape.
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Guest stars Linda Carlson, Steven Gilborn, Harry Lennix, Patricia Belcher, Chris Ellis, Angela Scott, Juney Smith, Javier Grajeda
The "Goldilocks Murder" trial begins with opening statements and the prosecution's first witness (Ted Marcoux), who testifies he heard Avedon threaten Jessica. When a member of his family is abducted, Hoffman suspects someone is trying to send him a message about the Avedon murder case and that Cross is somehow involved.Meanwhile, Appleton's business relationship with Cross is questioned.
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Directed by Rick WallaceWritten by Charles H. Eglee, William M. FinkelsteinGuest stars Linda Carlson, Ted Marcoux, Nancy Cassaro, Philip Sterling, Mariangela Pino, Elisabeth Harmon-Haid, Toni DeRose, Victor Bevine
Evidence is delivered against Avedon by witnesses who include Dr. Lester's nurse though Hoffman believes she may be lying. Meanwhile, an informant turns up with vital information about Richard Cross; rumors begin circulating about the state of Cross's health. Elizabeth identifies her abductor.
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Written by Geoffrey NeigherGuest stars Linda Carlson, Roy Brocksmith, Kathleen York, Mariangela Pino, John Carroll Lynch, John de Lancie, Ashlee Levitch, Christian Clemenson
A copy of the videotape that may have gotten David Blalock killed surfaces; the woman (Anna Gunn) who appeared to be strangled by Avedon in a sex video testifies. As more evidence comes to light proving Richard Cross lied about his activities the night of Jessica's murder, Hoffman begins experiencing marital problems.
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Directed by Randall ZiskGuest stars Linda Carlson, Bobbie Phillips, Anna Gunn, Tia Carrere, Pamela Adlon, Tamara Clatterbuck, Victor Bevine, Nancy Lee Grahn
The murder trial is halted when two male jurors argue over a woman juror as a love triangle is exposed. Judge Bornstein orders that Dr. Lester's records on Avedon be unsealed, forcing the physician to testify; Dr. Lester testifies that Neil Avedon made a startling confession the night Jessica was murdered. Passion develops between Arnold and Julie Costello.
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Guest stars Linda Carlson, Bobbie Phillips, Nancy Lee Grahn, Juliana Donald, Lorinne Vozoff, Dennis Howard, Tom Knickerbocker, Stanley Kamel
After Jessica's diary is entered as evidence, Hoffman calls to the stand some of the men Jessica mentioned in her diary, including Gary Blondo and Rusty Arnold. Meanwhile, Julie agrees to testify about her relationship with Richard Cross, but Hoffman is later stunned after she takes the stand and claims she no longer has to answer his questions.
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Guest stars Linda Carlson, Bobbie Phillips, John Pleshette, Dean Norris, Romy Walthall, Matthew Faison, Ellen Bry, Stan Ivar
Eduardo Portalegre (Nick Corri) is again charged with rape and becomes a suspect in Jessica's murder. Patients of Graham Lester testify that he drugged and raped them while they were in his care. Julie and DA Garfield testify; Annie asks Ted for a divorce. Hoffman uncovers a costly connection between Richard Cross and Dr. Lester's nurse.
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Guest stars Linda Carlson, Bobbie Phillips, Stanley Kamel, Gregory Itzin, Joe Spano, Miguel Sandoval, Jason Kristofer, Charlotte Ross
The defense calls witnesses for Avedon, including his mother (Concetta Tomei); Hoffman considers the prosecution's offer to plea bargain; Appleton is reprimanded for her involvement with Richard Cross; Grasso suffers a personal tragedy.
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Guest stars Linda Carlson, Bobbie Phillips, Ned Vaughn, Concetta Tomei, McNally Sagal, Hallie Todd, Star Jasper, Ralph Monaco
Richard Cross is called as a witness for the defense. Cross acts strangely on the witness stand, Neil decides to testify in court on his own behalf, and Justine has an unnerving encounter with Cross in his office. Meanwhile, Appleton secretly goes through Cross's private files to obtain information that would aid the defense.
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Directed by William M. Finkelstein, Marc BucklandWritten by Charles H. Eglee, William M. FinkelsteinGuest stars Linda Carlson, Donna Murphy, Terence Knox, Jeff Allin, Kelly Hu, Donisha Walker, Adam Lieberman, Toni DeRose
Avedon awaits his fate as closing arguments are heard and jury instructions are given. Meanwhile, the prosecution tries to have Judge Bornstein dismissed, due to allegations that she and Hoffman were once romantically linked. As Hoffman and Grasso deliver their closing arguments Justine realizes just how mentally unstable Cross is and finally discovers the cause of his erratic behavior.
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Directed by Donna DeitchWritten by Geoffrey NeigherGuest stars Linda Carlson, Bobbie Phillips, John Pleshette, Gregory Itzin, Jsu Garcia, Natalija Nogulich, Anne Haney, Conor O'Farrell
Even as the jury reaches a verdict, Hoffman breaks into Jessica's apartment, convinced a hidden camera is located there and that a tape of the murder most likely exists. The jury delivers its verdict in the trial of Neil Avedon. Following the decision, Hoffman and Grasso appear on "Larry King Live" to discuss the case. King appears as himself.
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Directed by Marc BucklandWritten by Charles H. Eglee, Ann Donahue, Steven Bochco, William M. FinkelsteinGuest stars Linda Carlson, Bobbie Phillips, Gregory Itzin
Hoffman races to track down Richard Cross and find the missing video tape even as a terrified Neil Avedon is attacked by a fellow inmate in prison; a possible mob connection surfaces in the case.
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Written by Steven Bochco, William M. FinkelsteinGuest stars Tobin Bell, Anne Haney, Linda Carlson, Bobbie Phillips, Gregory Itzin
With nothing left to lose, a dying Richard Cross tells Hoffman where to find the tape recorded in Jessica's apartment the night of her murder. In the aftermath of the jury's verdict in the Goldilocks murder case of Neil Avedon, Jessica's killer is unmasked and all loose ends tied up.
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Directed by Michael FrescoWritten by Charles H. Eglee, Steven Bochco, William M. Finkelstein, Geoffrey NeigherGuest stars Richard Riehle, Miguel Sandoval, Lenny Wolpe, Linda Carlson, Bobbie Phillips, John Pleshette, Gregory Itzin, Joe Spano
Geoffrey Neigher, Charles H. Eglee, William M. Finkelstein, Steven Bochco, Ann Donahue, Charles Holland, David Milch, Doug Palau, Steven Bochco, William M. Finkelstein
