Ep 4. Conflict Of Interest

In Suits season 3 episode 4, entitled "Conflict Of Interest," we see the power struggles and ethical dilemmas that come with practicing law in a cutthroat corporate environment. The episode revolves around two intertwined storylines: the case of Ava Hessington against her former business partners and the internal politics at Pearson Darby.

On the one hand, the firm is preparing to work on a case for Ava Hessington, whose oil company is being sued for environmental damages in the Amazon. The case is complicated by the fact that Ava is also being sued by her former business partners, who claim she embezzled funds from the company. The tension between Harvey and Mike is palpable as they each have different ideas about how to handle the case. Mike believes that Ava is innocent and wants to defend her against the allegations, even though it means going up against Harvey's wishes to settle the case quickly. Meanwhile, Harvey's loyalty to the firm and his desire to impress his boss, Jessica, causes him to view the case differently. He believes that settling the case quickly is in the firm's best interest and that helping Ava may not be worth risking their reputation.

On the other hand, the power dynamics at Pearson Darby are also shifting. With the arrival of Edward Darby, the firm's co-managing partner, Jessica's authority is being challenged. Darby is an outsider who has a different way of doing business than the Pearson Specter team. It's interesting to see how Jessica tries to maintain control while also trying to appease Darby and keep him happy. This is further complicated by Louis' ambition to be made a partner in the firm, which puts him at odds with Harvey and Mike.

Amidst all the chaos, each character is faced with making tough decisions that test their moral compass. For instance, Mike is forced to confront his own biases and assumptions when he realizes that Ava may not be telling him the whole truth about her situation. On the other hand, Harvey is struggling with his need to maintain the firm's reputation while also doing what he thinks is right. Meanwhile, Jessica is trying to balance keeping Darby happy with maintaining control over her firm.

Overall, Suits season 3 episode 4 is a riveting episode that highlights the intricacies of practicing law in a corporate setting. It's a great episode for fans who are invested in the show's ongoing storylines and are interested in seeing how their favorite characters navigate the challenges of their profession. With strong performances from the cast and a well-written script, "Conflict Of Interest" is a standout episode of the season.