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The Good Wife Season 4

The Good Wife

Season 4

September 30, 2012 22 episodes

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I Fought The Law
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E1. I Fought The Law

43m Sep 30, 2012

A state trooper targets Zach, putting Alicia on the offensive; Kalinda decides to face her problems; Diane and Will explore the firm's financial issues.

And The Law Won
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E2. And The Law Won

43m Oct 7, 2012

As the firm undergoes budget and staff cuts, Will hopes his first post-suspension case will result in a big payout; Alicia unexpectedly helps Peter's campaign.

Two Girls, One Code
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E3. Two Girls, One Code

43m Oct 14, 2012

Will and Alicia represent an Internet startup in a lawsuit against a search engine that may be manipulating results; Eli tries to avoid a possible scandal for Peter's campaign.

Don't Haze Me, Bro
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E4. Don't Haze Me, Bro

43m Oct 21, 2012

An opposing lawyer keeps Alicia and Diane on their toes by constantly changing tactics; Eli is successful in protecting Peter's image.

Waiting for the Knock
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E5. Waiting for the Knock

43m Oct 28, 2012

When Lemond Bishop's accountant is arrested, Diane and Alicia must determine if the feds are going after his drug money or legal business; Nick causes more trouble for Kalinda.

The Art of War
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E6. The Art of War

43m Nov 4, 2012

When a female military officer accuses a civilian contractor of attempting to rape her in Afghanistan, Alicia tries to prove that he is not protected by a law prohibiting servicemen from suing the military. Meanwhile, a surprising new obstacle appears in Peter's quest for the governorship.

Anatomy of a Joke
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E7. Anatomy of a Joke

43m Nov 11, 2012

During a trip to Washington, D.C., Cary has an uncomfortable reunion with his father (John Shea); a former client asks Alicia for help; Will and Diane question Clarke's most recent strategy.

Here Comes the Judge
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E8. Here Comes the Judge

43m Nov 18, 2012

Will thinks a judge is biased against his client; Grace is affected by a classmate's death and falls for a questionable guy; Zach tries to help Peter's campaign; Kalinda is suspicious of Nick.

A Defense of Marriage
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E9. A Defense of Marriage

43m Nov 25, 2012

A famous, liberal lawyer hijacks Diane and Alicia's latest case; when Alicia's mother visits for Thanksgiving, she seeks legal support.

Battle of the Proxies
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E10. Battle of the Proxies

43m Dec 2, 2012

While Will defends a man accused of murder, Alicia tries to help by assisting a prosecutor in another county who is trying a different man for the same crime; the Justice Department puts heat on Eli; Nick takes action that forces Kalinda's hand.

Boom De Yah Da
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E11. Boom De Yah Da

43m Jan 6, 2013

Louis Canning's attempts to delay a deposition could complicate Will's latest and potentially lucrative case; Diane and Will have a face-off with Clarke.

Je Ne Sais What?
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E12. Je Ne Sais What?

43m Jan 13, 2013

Will, Diane and Alicia help Elsbeth Tascioni when she is arrested; Eli and Jordan give Peter conflicting pieces of advice.

The Seven Day Rule
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E13. The Seven Day Rule

43m Jan 27, 2013

Alicia is presented with a career-changing offer that includes a substantial financial risk; Diane and Will confront their creditors; Eli and Jordan don't agree on a possible attack on Maddie's campaign.

Red Team, Blue Team
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E14. Red Team, Blue Team

43m Feb 17, 2013

Office politics come to a head when Will and Diane ask Alicia and Cary to face off against them in a mock trial, only to get more than they bargained for. Eli tries to avoid losing his role in Peter’s campaign to Jordan, as he continues his fight with the Justice Department.

Going for the Gold
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E15. Going for the Gold

43m Mar 3, 2013

When the Justice Department refuses to reveal who will be testifying against Eli, Elsbeth takes Assistant U.S. Attorney Josh Perrotti to civil court for defamation in order to force him to answer her questions under oath. Meanwhile, Jordan helps Peter prepare for a debate and Alicia’s relationship with her co-workers evolves.

Runnin' with the Devil
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E16. Runnin' with the Devil

43m Mar 10, 2013

A jailed drug dealer requests that Alicia work with lawyer Charles Lester, but as witnesses against him begin recanting their testimony, she begins to suspect that Lester’s meek appearance isn’t all it seems. Kalinda is forced to train a new investigator. Cary makes a risky move.

Invitation to an Inquest
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E17. Invitation to an Inquest

43m Mar 17, 2013

Alicia and Will’s latest case brings them to an inquest at the coroner’s office, where they are hindered by a strict rule that limits their questioning to three per witness. Also, Cary’s father returns to bring new business to the firm and Eli schemes against Jordan.

Death of a Client
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E18. Death of a Client

43m Mar 24, 2013

When an erratic and litigious client is murdered, Alicia is convinced to waive attorney/client privilege to help the police when she learns that the killer may also be targeting someone close to her. Also, Peter and Mike Kresteva vie for an influential endorsement and Diane receives a stunning offer.

The Wheels of Justice
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E19. The Wheels of Justice

43m Mar 31, 2013

Alicia and Will go to trial unprepared when they learn that an impending Supreme Court ruling could result in Colin Sweeney being jailed for life. Also, Diane reunites with Kurt McVeigh but is forced to reevaluate the relationship.

Rape: A Modern Perspective
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E20. Rape: A Modern Perspective

43m Apr 14, 2013

A hacker group brings the trial of an accused rapist to the Internet; Diane is vetted for a Supreme Court seat; Robyn draws Kalinda's suspicion.

A More Perfect Union
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E21. A More Perfect Union

43m Apr 21, 2013

As a favor to her mother, Alicia represents software coders in a contract dispute; Peter asks Alicia to renew their wedding vows.

What's in the Box?
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E22. What's in the Box?

43m Apr 28, 2013

When Zach thinks he has witnessed vote tampering, Will, Alicia and Diane race to a series of emergency court proceedings on the night of the gubernatorial election; an unexpected source offers to help Cary start his own firm.

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