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.

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

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.

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.