Ray pleads with Tara to help his friend John, who, despite his best attempts at fatherhood, faces losing his son to state care. Tara must win John’s trust as well as face a system stacked against them, forcing her to make a tough and heartbreaking call.

Tara and Vincent put pressure on Richard, leading to a confrontation with Eric. Meg acquires some damning evidence, only for the inquiry to be suspended when a complaint is made.

The inquiry reaches a dramatic climax and leaves Tara wondering how they will ever pick up the pieces.

A shock discovery leaves solicitor Tara Rafferty striking out on her own, both professionally and personally.

Tara deals with a dispute over a will and faces pressure to give Eric another chance. Vincent reluctantly agrees to represent Ray in court.

Things intensify as Tara juggles the inquiry while representing a father fighting to gain full custody of his child.