Steven Anderson

When a woman is found murdered in Central Park, evidence points to two frequent park-goers: a street vendor and a tech billionaire; in the face of extreme political pressure, McCoy takes drastic action to make the case.

Alan Shore decides to represent an ex-lover who was institutionalized after threatening his life; Denny Crane's behavior causes concern among the partners.

Denny Crane's long-lost son (Freddie Prinze Jr.) resurfaces as the lawyer representing environmental interests against a shopping mall development planned by one of the firm's biggest clients.

Alan and Denny champion the cause of a cattle rancher (Valerie Bertinelli) who claims the USDA will not allow her to test her animals for mad cow disease; Jerry's social quirks could jeopardize his chances of making partner.

Crane, Poole & Schmidt is in dire financial straits; Alan goes to the Supreme Court to get Denny access to a drug to slow the progression of Alzheimer's; Shirley and Carl plan their wedding; Denny has an important question for Alan.

Vivien gives birth. Tate and Violet attempt to rid the house of some of its ghosts for good.