While members of the firm believe Lincoln Meyer has kidnapped Shirley, they have a difficult time convincing the police. Erica Dolenz's murder trial begins, and Denny is jealous of the time Alan is spending with Jerry as a result.

Alan and Denny travel to New Orleans to help defend a doctor who euthanized five patients destined to die horribly after the event of Hurricane Katrina. Claire helps Clarence sue an all girls health club that kicked him out once he attended as Clarence instead of Clarice. Denise arranges to be friends with benefits with both Brad and Jeffrey.