Here is the official episode guide for Boston Legal Season 1 (originally aired 2004–2005):
Shirley Schmidt arrives at the firm to restore order. She immediately takes the lead on a case defending a woman who shot her abusive husband, while Alan defends a client accused of corporate espionage. Episode 11: "Schmidt Happens" Original Air Date: January 9, 2005
A young attorney and Alan's primary romantic interest, who moved with him from The Practice .
A brilliant, cynical, and highly unorthodox attorney. He uses manipulation, blackmail, and raw eloquence to win his cases. index of boston legal season 1
Workplace harassment, tax evasion, wealth privilege. Episode 4: "Change of Course" Original Air Date: October 24, 2004
Vigilante justice, psychological trauma, legal loopholes. Episode 6: "Truth Be Told" Original Air Date: November 7, 2004
Alan Shore joins Crane, Poole & Schmidt and immediately takes on a controversial case involving a young Black girl denied the role of Annie in a musical. Meanwhile, Denny Crane handles a high-profile corporate suit while showing early signs of cognitive decline. Here is the official episode guide for Boston
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Alan takes a case against a major tobacco firm, using emotional manipulation in the courtroom. Courtroom tensions rise as Lori investigates Denny’s erratic behaviour during a high-stakes corporate merger. Episode 10: "Hired Guns" Original Air Date: December 19, 2004
Breaking rules to achieve a "greater" justice. A brilliant, cynical, and highly unorthodox attorney
Alan defends a telemarketer fired for his religious beliefs. Lori and Tara navigate a complicated civil suit involving a luxury cruise line. Episode 17: "Death Be Not Proud" (Season Finale) Original Air Date: March 20, 2005
One of the most "deep" aspects of the show is the platonic intimacy between Alan and Denny. Their nightly ritual of sharing scotch and cigars on the balcony is used to deconstruct modern masculinity and friendship.
Fans debate this endlessly. Boston Legal Season 2 introduces the brilliant Betty White as Catherine Piper and expands the cast. Season 3 has the legendary "Lincoln" episode. However, Season 1 is the purest version of the show’s original thesis: that the law is theater, and justice is a moving target.