Elsbeth Tascioni, an astute but unconventional attorney who found success in Chicago, moves to New York City to utilize her singular point of view to make unique observations and corner brilliant criminals alongside the NYPD. Despite her quirky demeanor and eccentric fashion sense, Elsbeth possesses a sharp legal mind that allows her to see details others overlook. Upon her arrival, she is assigned to observe the NYPD as part of a consent decree, a role that puts her at odds with the more traditional Captain Wagner. As she navigates the complexities of the city's justice system, she teams up with Officer Kaya Blanke to solve high-stakes cases, proving that her unorthodox methods are often the key to catching the most elusive perpetrators.