[s14e7] Floater -

: As District Attorneys Jack McCoy and Serena Southerlyn dig deeper, they realize the murder is linked to a larger conspiracy.

: A routine investigation into a body found in the Hudson River spirals into a high-stakes case of judicial corruption within the New York legal system. Plot Synopsis

: The investigation reveals a "ring" of divorce lawyers—led by the notorious Ravi Patel —who are bribing a judge to rig their cases. The victim's death was a direct result of this corrupt system. Cast & Characters [S14E7] Floater

: The episode explores how judges can sometimes operate "above the law," a theme that resonates with viewers interested in legal ethics and systemic reform.

: Investigators first target her husband, Gene Marchetti , especially when they learn he was planning to flee the country with their daughter. : As District Attorneys Jack McCoy and Serena

: This episode is highly regarded for its portrayal of institutional corruption, often cited by fans as a standout of Season 14.

The episode begins when the decomposed body of a woman is discovered floating in the Hudson River. Detectives and Ed Green identify the victim as Mrs. Marchetti, who was in the middle of a messy divorce. The victim's death was a direct result of

: "Floater" was directed by Richard Dobbs and written by Eric Overmyer. "Law & Order" Floater (TV Episode 2003) - Full cast & crew