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The Good Wife
Season 4

The Good Wife

22 episodes

I Fought The Law
E01
Episode 12012-09-3043m

I Fought The Law

A state trooper targets Zach, putting Alicia on the offensive; Kalinda decides to face her problems; Diane and Will explore the firm's financial issues.

And The Law Won
E02
Episode 22012-10-0743m

And The Law Won

As the firm undergoes budget and staff cuts, Will hopes his first post-suspension case will result in a big payout; Alicia unexpectedly helps Peter's campaign.

Two Girls, One Code
E03
Episode 32012-10-1443m

Two Girls, One Code

Will and Alicia represent an Internet startup in a lawsuit against a search engine that may be manipulating results; Eli tries to avoid a possible scandal for Peter's campaign.

Don't Haze Me, Bro
E04
Episode 42012-10-2143m

Don't Haze Me, Bro

An opposing lawyer keeps Alicia and Diane on their toes by constantly changing tactics; Eli is successful in protecting Peter's image.

Waiting for the Knock
E05
Episode 52012-10-2843m

Waiting for the Knock

When Lemond Bishop's accountant is arrested, Diane and Alicia must determine if the feds are going after his drug money or legal business; Nick causes more trouble for Kalinda.

The Art of War
E06
Episode 62012-11-0443m

The Art of War

When a female military officer accuses a civilian contractor of attempting to rape her in Afghanistan, Alicia tries to prove that he is not protected by a law prohibiting servicemen from suing the military. Meanwhile, a surprising new obstacle appears in Peter's quest for the governorship.

Anatomy of a Joke
E07
Episode 72012-11-1143m

Anatomy of a Joke

During a trip to Washington, D.C., Cary has an uncomfortable reunion with his father (John Shea); a former client asks Alicia for help; Will and Diane question Clarke's most recent strategy.

Here Comes the Judge
E08
Episode 82012-11-1843m

Here Comes the Judge

Will thinks a judge is biased against his client; Grace is affected by a classmate's death and falls for a questionable guy; Zach tries to help Peter's campaign; Kalinda is suspicious of Nick.

A Defense of Marriage
E09
Episode 92012-11-2543m

A Defense of Marriage

A famous, liberal lawyer hijacks Diane and Alicia's latest case; when Alicia's mother visits for Thanksgiving, she seeks legal support.

Battle of the Proxies
E10
Episode 102012-12-0243m

Battle of the Proxies

While Will defends a man accused of murder, Alicia tries to help by assisting a prosecutor in another county who is trying a different man for the same crime; the Justice Department puts heat on Eli; Nick takes action that forces Kalinda's hand.

Boom De Yah Da
E11
Episode 112013-01-0643m

Boom De Yah Da

Louis Canning's attempts to delay a deposition could complicate Will's latest and potentially lucrative case; Diane and Will have a face-off with Clarke.

Je Ne Sais What?
E12
Episode 122013-01-1343m

Je Ne Sais What?

Will, Diane and Alicia help Elsbeth Tascioni when she is arrested; Eli and Jordan give Peter conflicting pieces of advice.

The Seven Day Rule
E13
Episode 132013-01-2743m

The Seven Day Rule

Alicia is presented with a career-changing offer that includes a substantial financial risk; Diane and Will confront their creditors; Eli and Jordan don't agree on a possible attack on Maddie's campaign.

Red Team, Blue Team
E14
Episode 142013-02-1743m

Red Team, Blue Team

Office politics come to a head when Will and Diane ask Alicia and Cary to face off against them in a mock trial, only to get more than they bargained for. Eli tries to avoid losing his role in Peter’s campaign to Jordan, as he continues his fight with the Justice Department.

Going for the Gold
E15
Episode 152013-03-0343m

Going for the Gold

When the Justice Department refuses to reveal who will be testifying against Eli, Elsbeth takes Assistant U.S. Attorney Josh Perrotti to civil court for defamation in order to force him to answer her questions under oath. Meanwhile, Jordan helps Peter prepare for a debate and Alicia’s relationship with her co-workers evolves.

Runnin' with the Devil
E16
Episode 162013-03-1043m

Runnin' with the Devil

A jailed drug dealer requests that Alicia work with lawyer Charles Lester, but as witnesses against him begin recanting their testimony, she begins to suspect that Lester’s meek appearance isn’t all it seems. Kalinda is forced to train a new investigator. Cary makes a risky move.

Invitation to an Inquest
E17
Episode 172013-03-1743m

Invitation to an Inquest

Alicia and Will’s latest case brings them to an inquest at the coroner’s office, where they are hindered by a strict rule that limits their questioning to three per witness. Also, Cary’s father returns to bring new business to the firm and Eli schemes against Jordan.

Death of a Client
E18
Episode 182013-03-2443m

Death of a Client

When an erratic and litigious client is murdered, Alicia is convinced to waive attorney/client privilege to help the police when she learns that the killer may also be targeting someone close to her. Also, Peter and Mike Kresteva vie for an influential endorsement and Diane receives a stunning offer.

The Wheels of Justice
E19
Episode 192013-03-3143m

The Wheels of Justice

Alicia and Will go to trial unprepared when they learn that an impending Supreme Court ruling could result in Colin Sweeney being jailed for life. Also, Diane reunites with Kurt McVeigh but is forced to reevaluate the relationship.

Rape: A Modern Perspective
E20
Episode 202013-04-1443m

Rape: A Modern Perspective

A hacker group brings the trial of an accused rapist to the Internet; Diane is vetted for a Supreme Court seat; Robyn draws Kalinda's suspicion.

A More Perfect Union
E21
Episode 212013-04-2143m

A More Perfect Union

As a favor to her mother, Alicia represents software coders in a contract dispute; Peter asks Alicia to renew their wedding vows.

What's in the Box?
E22
Episode 222013-04-2843m

What's in the Box?

When Zach thinks he has witnessed vote tampering, Will, Alicia and Diane race to a series of emergency court proceedings on the night of the gubernatorial election; an unexpected source offers to help Cary start his own firm.