Reviewers from TV Fanatic noted that firing Samantha would likely lead the rest of the partners to unite against Faye in the final episodes.
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Mike wins by orchestrating a viral public relations move that forces a settlement. However, Samantha, refusing to lose, fabricates evidence to retaliate against Mike. Reviewers from TV Fanatic noted that firing Samantha
Faye Richardson deduces that Samantha crossed ethical lines and fires her from the firm. Personal Subplots refusing to lose