Tensions in the community reach a fever pitch when Marcie defends rookie cop Vince Hu after a high-speed car chase leaves a respected member of their community dead. What at first looks like a simple case soon becomes a lot more complicated.

Marcie defends Cheryl Syllilboy, a young Indigenous woman who is accused of killing a white army cadet. When the prosecution offers Cheryl a deal, she refuses. As Marcie preps for her first jury trial, it becomes clear that selecting the right jurors is key.

Marcie’s previous client, Willy MacIsaac, comes back for help after he’s accused of murdering his ex-wife. When Willy insists on pleading guilty, Marcie becomes suspicious. Meanwhile, Doug defends a nurse who is accused of stealing from an elderly patient.

Marcie defends Tanya Ferreira, a transgender grocery store employee who was set up by her married boss, Lonnie, to take the fall for his seafood-stealing operation. Marcie soon realizes that Tanya’s feelings for Lonnie are stopping her from defending herself.

Marcie finds herself in the crosshairs of a gang war when she defends Vi Bayley, a salon owner who is accused of assaulting a gang member. Marcie’s defence strategy runs her afoul of gang leader Bragga, who warns her to back off or face the consequences.

Marcie represents Dani Ewing, a white woman who is accused of setting fires to homes in the historic Black community of North Preston. Although Dani professes her innocence, her erratic behaviour leaves Marcie feeling doubtful.