Law and the City keeps getting more intense with every episode. Law and the City Episode 4 brings in a heavier, more emotional vibe, and we get to see how the past still haunts some of our favorite characters. From courtrooms and conflicts to secrets and surprises, this episode had a lot going on — and not just legally!

Law and the City Episode 4: Lee Jong suk, Lee Yoo Young
Law and the City Episode 4 Recap
The episode starts off strong with a divorce hearing. Ju-hyeong is representing a client whose ex-wife is none other than his ex-girlfriend, Park Su-jeong! Talk about awkward. Meanwhile, Hee-ji, who’s at the court for her own work, sees Ju-hyeong, but he pretends not to notice her. She knows something’s off.
Later, Mun-jeong heads to the hospital and pharmacy for some allergy meds but secretly buys a pregnancy test. That caught me off guard!Then we have Ha Sang-gi taking on a very emotional case — his client’s wife died in a drunk driving accident, but the person who caused it also died. Now, the client wants to sue the man’s family. It’s messy and morally confusing, especially when the judge asks for a mediation between the two families.

Law and the City Episode 4: Lee Jong suk, Lee Yoo Young
Over at the firm, Chang-won is forced to visit a prisoner every day – the chairman’s spoiled son, Jang Su-gil. Turns out the guys only wanted a female lawyer to flirt with. Gross Things get serious when Ju-hyeong receives Su-jeong’s written statement, accusing her husband, Jung-ho, of verbal and even physical abuse. But she offers no evidence during the hearing, and the judge asks both parties to try mediation again.
Meanwhile, Hee-ji finds out that Ju-hyeong is representing Jung-ho and is shocked. She confronts him, but Ju-hyeong tells her he doesn’t pick cases based on personal history. Later, we get a sweet but sad moment between Hee-ji and her adoptive father, where we learn she lost her biological parents 25 years ago. In a private hearing, Su-jeong and Ju-hyeong face off alone. She questions why he took the case. He calmly tells her to drop the alimony claim if she wants this over quickly —and surprisingly, she agrees.

Law and the City Episode 4: Mun Ka-young
At the end, Jung-ho shamelessly tells Ju-hyeong he only hired him to rattle Su-jeong. Disgusted, Ju-hyeong rips up a gift certificate Jung-ho offers and threatens him. Hee-ji sees it all and seems deeply affected. Later, she lies to Su-jeong and says Ju-hyeong has gone home, trying to protect him. On the other side, Mun-jeong finally takes the pregnancy test — and yes, it’s positive. Ju-hyeong, exhausted and lost in thought, gets a message from Su-jeong asking if he’s still the same old Ju-hyeong or has completely changed now.
Law and the City Episode 4 Review
This episode really hit different. It wasn’t just about law — it was about past relationships, personal regrets, and tough decisions. Ju-hyeong is really going through it. He puts up a cold front, but you can clearly see how much this case is affecting him emotionally. Lee Jong-suk nailed it with his performance—he’s so good at showing the contrast between what his character says and what he feels.

Law and the City Episode 4: Mun Ka-young
Hee-ji, even though she has fewer scenes this time, still makes an impression. It’s clear she’s bothered seeing Su-jeong around Ju-hyeong. That small love triangle tension is building quietly. Mun-jeong’s pregnancy subplot adds a new layer to her character — she’s unsure and scared, and I think many viewers can relate to that feeling. On the other hand, Chang-won is stuck dealing with a ridiculous situation, and honestly, it shows how office politics can be so demeaning even in big law firms. Ha Sang-gi’s case could’ve been more powerful if we got to hear his personal thoughts. The case itself is emotionally heavy, but he stays quiet most of the time, which makes it feel a little flat.
Final Thoughts
Law and the City Episode 4 may not have big dramatic moments, but it hits hard emotionally. Everyone’s dealing with something —regret, heartbreak, unwanted duties, or unexpected news. It’s like life, right? If you’re into legal dramas that are also full of emotional depth and complicated characters, don’t sleep on this one. The past and present are blending, and things are only going to get messier — and more interesting — from here!
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