The Practice (1997)
S05E22 Public Servants
Episode Overview
Helen is furious over Richard Bay's execution and is set on seeking vengeance against Jackie Cahill and others involved. She strikes a deal with Cahill, promising him immunity for Bay's murder and a guarantee that she won't expose him as a rat if he reveals the identity of the shooter. He agrees to her terms. However, after the police eliminate the shooter, Helen backtracks, claiming Jackie hasn’t met the deal's conditions. Jackie’s lawyer challenges her in court. Meanwhile, Rebecca and Jimmy are representing a man accused of strangling his wife. Rebecca insists on his innocence, arguing he was in shock over her death and misled the police. They are both taken aback to discover their client has a troubling history of strangling both women and chickens.