Ted Black, a former federal prosecutor from New York, is now a reborn, new attorney representing the most powerful clients in Los Angeles. His law firm is facing a crisis, and in order to survive, Ted is forced to accept a role he has despised his entire career. He is surrounded by a group of extraordinary people whose loyalty to Ted and to each other is tested, and they can't help but mix their work and personal lives. As all this happens, events from years ago are gradually revealed, tearing Ted away from everything and everyone he loves.