In Poison Ivy [#8]: At the very end when Max comes into talk to Ben, Max says "There but for the Grace of God go I." Ben replies, "I didn't know you were a philosopher, Max." Nice smile! Is this the first of Ben's smiles?
In The Violence of Summer [#14]: When Mike tells Ben that the suspect, Pruiting, is spilling his guts, there is a little smile.
In The Secret Sharers [#18]: The Texas Lawyer, Burton, tells Ben that he has never lost a case, Ben says, "Oh, really!" then he smiles a very tense grin.
In the Secret Sharers [#18]: Burton tells Ben that Miss Green said "You need to be taught a lesson." Ben laughs nervously and smiles tensely.
In The Blue Wall [#22]: Ben asks Paul [about the computer cop's phone] "Is the tap in place? Let's see who he calls." nice smile.
In The Blue Wall [#22]: Near the end of the episode Ben, Adam and Paul are talking about how a crooked cop got a really good deal on a house. A senator's wife sold it to the crooked cop for 40 cents on the dollar. Ben, "And that's not a good deal, that's a bribe!" Nice big smile! See? ->
Asylum [#26]: The eyewitness (an elderly woman) is being cross examined by the Defence Attorney. He tries to discredit her testimony by challenging her eyesight and asks her what is pictured on the mural behind him. Her response is more detailed that he expects and he says "You're familiar with the Staton Island narrows of the 16th century?" to which she replies "I can read the legend. I hope your eyesight is better than your manners young man!" A cute little smirk from Ben showing how pleased he is with her response.
In God Bless the Child [#27]: While Ben and Paul are preparing a legal argument opposing a request for a mistrial Adam comments as he is leaving, "By the way Judge Kurland think he's William O. Douglas." Ben smiles.
In God Bless the Child [#27]: At the very end, Paul asks him what was the point of prosecuting the parents if they end up not doing any jail time. Ben replies that maybe some parents will remember this
case in the future and a child will live as a result and smiles or comes close to one. He smiles a little more often in this episode than usual, and I've been trying to figure out why--after all, it's a pretty grim situation.
I think that maybe Ben is thinking that, for once, his actions may lead to more than just a conviction...they may actually do some lasting good.
In In Memory Of... [#29]: Julie Askins, the daughter of the guy who killed Tommy 31 years earlier, arrives at the court house to testify. She tells Ben and Liz that her father confronted her but then says, that she'll be fine. Ben smiles reassuringly at her as he directs her towards the court room.
In Severance [#35]: At the end Ben and Arthur Gold are discussing whose idea it was to sever the cases. Ben says he had to sever to get the evidence in. Arthur says, "You're not that smart, you never were." tight smile from Ben
In Severance [#35]: Ben hurt his arm while playing tennis with Paul. Cragen says, "And, you, stay off the court!"
In Vengeance [#38]: Adam and Ben are talking about how Albert Chaney was prosecuted for a previous killing and Adam says to Ben, "In this business lightening does strike twice."
In Cradle to Grave [#40]: Ben, Paul and Adam are discussing how they can prove 'intent to harm.' Ben suggests that if they get the guys previous record admitted that would lead to it. Adam says, "His record get's admitted as patterned crime. On a bad day, with a tired judge - you can sell tickets to that." Ben gives a brief chuckle and smile. - Debbie
In Consultation [#54]: Ben is negotiating with Jacob Blum, Ben says, "After Kelani's funeral I'll submit him for a good citizens medal." Blum says, "Well, Stone, I'm glad you can smile while your case swirls round the bowl." but Ben just responds with a shrug and a positively "What, ME worry?" grin.
In Consultation [#54]: Ben says to Jacob, "I appreciate that." Then he smiles a small smile.
In Animal Instinct [#62]: Adam, "The truth is ugly so we put our prophets in jail." Ben, "Oscar Wilde?" Adam, "Charles Manson."
In Benevolence [#66]: Arthur Gold is getting in a limo to go to a charity dinner. He says to Ben, "They're still some tickets available, 500 bucks a plate!" a very tight smile
In American Dream [#74]: At the very end Ben tells Phillip Swann, "Obviously, you don't know me. You never did." Then a small smile.
In Breeder [#79]: Ben and Claire are discussing the case outside the courthouse when opposing counsel, Jane Schuman, speaks to them. Ben says that he has proven his prima facie case (smiles) and then Jane tells him the adoptive father is her next witness!
In Doubles [#87]: Ben, Adam and Claire are leaving the courthouse at the very end and Adam says, "Most people work a life time to get to the top of their profession." Ben replies, "Korey Burke got there before her 20th birthday." Adam said, "Well, she was fortunate. Now she can get on with the rest of her life." Ben smiles!
In Old Friends [#88]: Right after Ben says, "I'm as clear as a bell." He smiles.
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