Garrow's Law - Season 1 - Episode 1
In the late 18th century, young idealistic barrister William Garrow is given his first criminal defence case at the Old Bailey by attorney and mentor John Southouse. He defends Peter Pace, who is accused by renowned thief-taker Edward Forrester of robbing a man at gunpoint. The case is won by Garrow's nemesis Silvester, but Garrow's impressive performance in court catches the eye of Lady Sarah Hill. She instructs him to defend a helpless serving girl, Elizabeth Jarvis, who stands accused of murdering her newborn baby. Garrow learns a harsh lesson from his first case, and vows to defend the life of Elizabeth.
About Garrow's Law
Title: Garrow's Law
First Air Date: 2009-11-01
Last Air Date: 2011-12-04
Status: Ended
Rating: 7.2/10 (from 6 votes)
Language: EN
Seasons: 4
Total Episodes: 12
Network: BBC One
Genres: Drama
Production Companies: BBC
Synopsis
The true tale of pioneering 18th century barrister William Garrow, who acted as counsel for the accused, introducing the concept of 'innocent until proved guilty' at London's Old Bailey.
Cast
Andrew Buchan
William Garrow
Alun Armstrong
John Southouse
Lyndsey Marshal
Lady Sarah Hill
Rupert Graves
Sir Arthur Hill
Aidan McArdle
Silvester
Michael Culkin
Judge Buller
