Follows Talcott Garland, an esteemed law professor whose quiet life is shattered when his father, Judge Oliver Garland, dies of an apparent heart attack.

Tal and Mariah struggle with the new information they've learned about their father's dealings. In 2004, Jack Ziegler pushes The Judge to carry out his end of their bargain.

Tal and Mariah look to end the search for "the arrangements." In 2006, The Judge learns of his Supreme Court nomination and plans to free himself from Jack Ziegler.

Talcott Garland’s quiet life is shattered when his father dies of an apparent heart attack. But Tal’s sister believes he met with foul play.

Two years after his shock announcement, The Judge contemplates his next move. Mariah's suspicions around her father's passing grow further.

Tal's paranoia grows following his mysterious run-in with Agent McDermott. In 2010, Mariah turns to her father as she questions her future with Howard.

Tal and Mariah look to an old friend of The Judge for answers. Back in 2017, The Judge confides in his son, Addison.

Mariah seeks the help of an old colleague to dig up information on Jack Ziegler. In 1997, The Judge accompanies Tal as he competes in a chess tournament.

Tal's distractedness and frustrations lead to an unexpected outburst that threatens his career and his marriage. Mariah uses her husband to chase a new lead.