Ep 10. Breaking Up

Alicia's personal and professional life are both in turmoil in The Good Wife Season 2 Episode 10, titled "Breaking Up." As she navigates a difficult divorce from her estranged husband Peter, who is also the disgraced former State's Attorney, Alicia must also deal with the fallout from a client's controversial decision to pull out of a case.

The episode opens with Alicia preparing to depose a controversial doctor who is being accused of misconduct. Meanwhile, her son Zach is struggling with the news that his father may go to jail, and is lashing out at his mother as a result. Alicia tries to reassure him, but it's clear that the situation is taking a toll on her as well.

After the doctor deposition, Alicia heads to court to argue a case for a client named Nancy Crozier, a notorious lawyer known for her tendency to play dirty. However, just as Alicia is beginning her argument, her client makes the surprise announcement that she's decided to settle the case out of court. Alicia is taken aback, but there's little she can do in the moment to stop the announcement.

Back at the firm, Alicia's boss Will Gardner is furious about Nancy's decision to settle, as he believes they had a strong case. However, he's also struggling with his own personal issues, as his girlfriend is pushing him for a commitment he's not ready to make. As Alicia and Will try to determine what to do next, Alicia receives a surprise visit from her ex, Peter. Despite his betrayal, Peter is still trying to win Alicia back, and he makes a compelling case for why they should reconcile.

Meanwhile, Nancy Crozier shows up at Alicia's office with a surprising request: she wants Alicia to represent her in a case against her own brother, who is suing her for embezzlement. Alicia is hesitant to take on the case at first, but eventually agrees, believing it will be a chance to prove herself as a fierce litigator.

As Alicia prepares for the trial, the tension between her and Peter continues to simmer. Will, sensing the tension, encourages Alicia to let go of her anger and move on. However, it's clear that that's easier said than done.

The trial gets underway, and Alicia's opponent is none other than Louis Canning, a formidable lawyer who has a penchant for playing dirty. Despite Canning's tactics, Alicia remains focused and determined to win the case for her client. As the trial heats up, tensions between Alicia and Peter come to a head, and Alicia makes a decision that could have long-lasting consequences for her personal life.

In the end, Alicia manages to win the case, but at a great personal cost. The episode closes with her contemplating the course of her life, torn between her obligations to her family and her desire to pursue her career. The Good Wife Season 2 Episode 10 is a gripping and emotionally charged hour of television that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats from start to finish.