Jonathan C. Kaplan

Sherlock tries to determine who has been killing weak and terminal patients at a hospital, making it look like they died of natural causes. Meanwhile, Sherlock learns more about Joan's decision to walk away from her surgical career. Anika Noni Rose guest stars as Dr. Carrie Dwyer.

Cory tries to avoid the difficulties of his transition into high school, but discovers that the best way to get around fear is to face it head on.

Alicia and Diane agree to let a famous liberal lawyer (Jeremy Breslow) aid them on their latest case, but they soon realize he may not have their client's best interests in mind. Meanwhile, Alicia's mother (Stockard Channing) arrives for Thanksgiving seeking moral and legal support from Alicia and her brother Owen. Brian Dennehy returns as Lawyer Bucky Stabler and Bebe Neuwirth returns as Judge Friend.

Cory tries to fit in with the popular crowd, but learns the meaning of true friendship.

Cory discovers that even the idea of power can do strange things to one's ego.

Cory learns that freedom of speech involves taking responsibility for one's words.