When a very public sex and political corruption scandal lands her husband in jail, housewife Alicia Florrick must get past the humiliation and betrayal and assume responsibility for her family. She resumes her career as a defence attorney by taking a junior associate's post at a prestigious Chicago law firm, where an old friend from law school is now a partner. As she competes to win the only full-time associate's position, she sheds her persona as the embarrassed wife of a politician and takes charge of her own destiny.
Alicia is adamant in her refusal to run for the State's Attorney despite Eli's attempts to persuade her to launch a campaign. Diane considers joining Florrick/Agos as partner.
Alicia scrambles to hold onto Florrick/Agos's biggest client as the firm continues to struggle with an internal legal crisis. Diane continues to plot her move from Lockhart/Gardner.
Cary's freedom lies in the hands of his pretrial service officer. Alicia and Dean find themselves in unfamiliar territory when a client's case ends up in Christian Arbitration.
When Alicia agrees to further explore the option of running for State's Attorney, Eli brings a respected campaign manager into the fold to help her decide once and for all.
When Alicia and Dean represent a fired female CEO in a sex discrimination suit against her company, they face a tough defence team in familiar foes Elsbeth Tascioni and Rayna Hecht.
Alicia and Elsbeth put their legal battle on hold when the government brings an economic espionage charge against both of their clients.
While preparing his case against Cary, Finn discovers a potentially devastating piece of evidence that could have ramifications for Alicia and Peter.
Alicia takes on a college rape case which pits her against Louis Canning when it moves from a university hearing to civil court. Eli and Elfman conduct a political focus group.
Alicia faces a crisis of conscience when she's encouraged to go negative in her campaign for State's Attorney. The Feds try to persuade Cary to work with them as they attempt to build a case agains...
When Cary's case goes to trial, a plea deal offer has him seriously considering jail time. A joke between mother and daughter lands Alicia in trouble as her campaign for State's Attorney is in full...
Cary hires a prison consultant to prepare him for incarceration, while the team at Florrick/Agos/Lockhart does everything in its power to help him.
Alicia and Frank Prady square off in a crucial debate in the race for State's Attorney as Peter and the city of Chicago prepare for a potential riot.
When Colin Sweeney accuses a TV producer of basing an unflattering character and show on his life, Diane and Cary must prove that they are capable of handling his case.
Alicia prepares for a key interview that could impact the outcome of the race for State's Attorney. Louis Canning pressures Florrick/Agos/Lockhart to agree on a settlement.
When Frank Prady decides to go after Governor Florrick as a campaign tactic, Alicia is faced with the decision of whether or not to attack Peter's record as well.
Alicia's political future is on the line when Peter gives an interview that could influence voter turnout on Election Day. A getaway with Kurt and his affluent hunting buddies could lead Diane to a...
The partners of Florrick/Agos/Lockhart find themselves at odds when they voice different opinions regarding the company's future. And the firm falls victim to a cyber-hack.
Alicia is ambushed with questions about her leaked emails during a TV interview. An investigator starts looking into the evidence Diane used to get Cary out of prison.
When potential voter fraud is discovered in the State's Attorney election, Eli and Alicia take steps to stop a recount by enlisting the help of a well-respected civil rights lawyer.
Alicia faces an uncertain future when she is forced to resign as State's Attorney in the wake of a voter fraud scandal.
When a former client calls Alicia after being charged with murder tied to a case from 2009, Alicia reviews the old case, prompting memories of her early days as a lawyer.
Alicia's professional future hangs in the balance as she decides what's next for her career.