Synopsis: THE GUARDIAN revolves around a hotshot, thirtysomething lawyer who must perform community service or risk being disbarred when he is arrested for using drugs. While closing lucrative deals at his high-powered law firm, Nick is forced to work for a legal services office run by Alvin Masterson, a boss who is determined to keep Nick honest, where he interacts with Louisa "Lulu" Archer, a co-worker who continues to challenge Nick in a way he has never been before.

Although his father, Burton, wavers between pride and concern over his son's work performance, Nick attempts to appease him and his high-paying clients while devoting his time to a place where he can help those truly in need. Straddling two vastly different legal worlds, Nick is determined to maintain his fast-paced lifestyle as he tackles cases involving people caught up in difficult circumstances.
(Courtesy CBS Entertainment, 2002)

The Cast:
Simon Baker as Nick Fallin
Alan Rosenberg as Alvin Masterson
Charles Malik Whitfield as James Mooney
Raphael Sbarge as Jake Staka
Erica Leerhsen as Amanda Bowles
Dabney Coleman as Burton Fallin

Production Credits:
Produced by Columbia TriStar Television, in association with CBS Productions.

Executive producers: David Hollander, Mark Johnson, Michael Pressman

Episodes:
Season One Episode Guide

Season Two Episode Guide