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From there, the firm gathers on a Saturday to do everything they can to beat the clock.
It’s an intense, satisfying hour that also features Peter’s (Chris Noth) live debate.

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“Executive Order #13224” (Season 3, Episode 7)
You want drama?
How about Alicia going toe-to-toe with Homeland Security?
Or Peter and Will finally confronting each other?

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This episode had all thatandCarrie Preston’s Elsbeth Tascioni!
And when Wendy went after Alicia, Peter finally stepped in.
Yep, the heat in the courtroom carried over to a steamy make-out for Will and Alicia.

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“What’s in the Box?”
But business aside, the emotional ramifications of this hour were what made it shine.
Well, thatandthe desk-clearing scene.

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Watching Alicia and company come to terms with the news is heart-wrenching drama at its best.
David Lee (Zach Grenier) cries!
Alicia visits the crime scene!

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Plus, you have to love an episode that involvesMatthew Goode’s Finn.

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