Raising the Bar

Season 2

TV-PG

Former law-school classmates reunite in court when they take on rival clients.

Where to Watch Season 2

15 Episodes

Hair Apparent
E1
Hair ApparentIn the dramatic season premiere, Jerry defends a barber charged with allowing his nephew to sell crack out of his barbershop, a crime for which the barber is now being tried. Marcus, under orders from Balco to “take the hard line” in prosecuting cases, refuses to give any leeway. Roz decides to start handling cases again, but her first one hits a snag that could ruin a woman’s life and the life of her son. Bobbi’s divorce proceedings get underway, but it’s not too long before she gets thrown a curveball. And Jerry gets ribbed about his hair during a party celebrating his 33rd birthday.
Rules of Engagement
E2
Rules of EngagementJerry and Michelle go before a new judge; Michelle becomes smitten with a cop who may be perjuring himself.
The Curious Case Of Kellerman's Button
E3
The Curious Case Of Kellerman's ButtonJerry gets into a conflict with Judge Farnsworth. Jerry schemes to make Farnsworth a victim of his own rules.
No Child's Left Behind
E4
No Child's Left BehindJerry defends a father against Balco's aggressive prosecution. Bobbi considers finding another job with better pay.
Is There a Doctor in the House?
E5
Is There a Doctor in the House?Jerry defends a woman picked up for drug possession. Michelle's new boyfriend gives Jerry the runaround.
I'll Be Down to Get You a Taxi, Honey
E6
I'll Be Down to Get You a Taxi, HoneyJerry relies on the sympathy of the jury instead of the facts when he holds court for a man charged with running over a corrupt lawyer. Elsewhere, Richard makes a judicial fumble when he rushes through his cases. Also, Bobbi's divorce proceedings advance.
Fine and Dandy
E7
Fine and DandyJerry and Richard both fight for their clients who have received unjust punishments. Judge Kessler will be working Richard's case, while also looking forward to going on a first blind date. Meanwhile, Bobbi has trouble adjusting to a life-shattering situation concerning her ex-husband.
Trust Me
E8
Trust MeBobbi is put to the test while working on a case for a confidential informant who fears his powerful codefendant could have him killed. Jerry tries to assist Bobbi in the case, but his meddling backfires. Elsewhere, Richard uses his family name as leverage in a case.
Trout Fishing
E9
Trout FishingKessler and Farnsworth clash over a case in which a mother is set to go to prison. Elsewhere, Balco hands a case to Michelle, but she'll only have 48 hours to prepare before it goes to trial.
Making Up Is Hard to Do
E10
Making Up Is Hard to DoBobbi defends a woman accused of smuggling cocaine; Michelle must rely on the testimony of her cop boyfriend.
Bobbi Ba-Bing
E11
Bobbi Ba-BingJerry defends an inmate charged with stabbing another inmate; Richard works with Ashley, a new public defender, on a case involving a homeless man arrested for panhandling.
Beating a Dead Horse
E12
Beating a Dead HorseJerry takes over Bobbi's case involving a pregnant woman addicted to heroin; Michelle is determined to put the woman away to stop her from shooting up with a baby in her womb; Roz defends a carriage driver.
Maybe, Baby
E13
Maybe, BabyJerry gets into an ethical dilemma when his client makes a deal to testify against a rapist, but the testimony might be completely false. Through a tragic circumstance, Roz winds up with a baby on her hands.
O! Say Can You Pee
E14
O! Say Can You PeeRichard defends a law student accused of pouring beer on a cop at a sporting event. Marcus takes legal action against a father who stole food to feed his family, however, a videotape surfaces to tell another story. Bobbie and Jerry face an important personal decision.
Happy Ending
E15
Happy EndingIn the series finale, Jerry defends a male massage therapist against charges of inappropriately touching a female client. Kessler's boyfriend asks for a favor, Bobbi and Jerry look for a place together, and Roz must deal with the father of the baby she is caring for.