The episode opens with a fundamental disagreement: wants to represent himself to show the jury he has nothing to hide, while Harvey Specter insists on taking the lead, believing Mike's emotions and lack of trial experience will lead to a conviction.

: Louis realizes Gibbs is targeting Sheila Sazs (the woman who originally tipped off the authorities). He tries to get her out of the country to Argentina to prevent her from testifying, but Gibbs discovers his actions and accuses him of witness tampering.

: The most damaging moment occurs when Gibbs calls Donna Paulsen . Under intense pressure, Donna is forced to admit Mike wasn't on the original Harvard interview list. To avoid further incriminating Mike or herself, she is eventually forced to plead the Fifth , which makes Mike look guilty to the jury. Internal Firm Drama

To settle the dispute, they hold a high-stakes at the firm.