To maintain his promotion, Harvey is forced by managing partner to handle a pro bono sexual harassment case. Harvey hands the case to Mike as a "test." Mike eventually discovers a conspiracy where the defendant hired an actress to posing as a victim to waste their time. With Harvey’s guidance on how to "press until it hurts," they use evidence of witness tampering to force a settlement. 3. Key Characters & Dynamics
The 82-minute premiere introduces the high-stakes world of corporate law in New York City, centered on the prestigious (and fictional) firm . 1. The Unlikely Meeting
Fleeing a botched drug deal, Mike accidentally stumbles into Harvey’s associate interviews. Despite Mike having , Harvey is so impressed by his raw legal knowledge and quick wit that he hires him on the spot, agreeing to keep Mike's lack of credentials a secret. 2. The First Case