The associates learn the ropes on their first day at the firm while the founder decides between two attorneys seeking partnership.
Tucker uses tips from a book on romance to try and impress Sara.
Marshall asks Eliot to defend a client whose ex-lover is suing him.
Marshall's intended helpmate flirts with Eliot.
Eliot accidentally kills a partner in a game of squash.
Eliot argues with his former professor about a case.
Johnny tries to see his illegitimate son over the mother's objections.
Tucker defends a network censor being sued by a producer.
Leslie falls for a teacher who despises conservative lawyers.
Johnny goes on a date with a married co-worker.
Tucker moves into a co-op apartment, Marshall buys the penthouse above, and shows up unexpectedly.
The lawyers try to find escape routes when a fire starts in the building.
The associates defend the head of a tire company accused of misusing funds, while Leslie quits the firm thinking it represents criminals.