Two struggling lawyers take on criminal clients for a mobster, raising moral concerns as their finances improve. One lawyer's prosecutor boyfriend complicates matters, forcing them to confront ethical dilemmas.

Novice attorneys Mary and 'Dot' open their own practice, confident that their futures looks bright. But after months of rising debt and falling income, Mary stumbles into the employ of racketeer Frank Gordon. Financial worries behind them, Mary and 'Dot' start representing the dregs of Morgan's society. But will Mary's conscience--not to mention the intervention of her D.A. boyfriend--allow her to continue?—Chris Stone <[email protected]>