Barrister Sol Ridley gets his first murder case defending Tony Powell, who admits to assisting his terminally-ill partner to end her life, but her family thinks he killed her for her money.

After Sol makes a remarkable move in court, Metzler produces a new witness who gives damaging evidence against Tony. After being harassed, Tony tells Jess that he is convinced her dad is behind it.

Tony's big day in the witness box begins badly after a disturbing encounter outside court. Under oath and under pressure, Tony makes an unwise accusation against Neil.

Karl drops a bombshell in the witness box, damaging Tony's credibility. Animosity between Julie and Valerie is high when Valerie discovers something that could bring Julie down.

Jess and Dan grapple with an appalling discovery about Neil, while Julie and Sol come to a decision about their relationship. In court, Tony recalls Saskia's final moments.