TRIALS OF ROSIE O’NEILL, THE (CBS 1990-1992) Sharon Gless, Ron Rifkin, Dorian Harewood, Georgann Johnson, Lisa Banes, Lisa Rieffel, Edward Asner, Robert Wagner

The Trials of Rosie O'Neill is a compelling legal drama series that delves into the professional and personal life of Rosie O'Neill (Sharon Gless), a successful, recently divorced 43-year-old attorney who had left the lucrative Beverly Hills law practice she had shared with her ex-husband to become a public defender. After a failed marriage and the loss of her father, Rosie returns to her roots, taking on challenging cases that test her skills and moral compass. As she navigates the complex world of the legal system, Rosie also grapples with her own inner struggles and relationships, bringing a deep sense of realism and emotional depth to her journey. Rosie’s life was one of constant anguish. Her new career did not sit well with either her friends or family, who couldn’t understand why she would take such a frustrating low-paying job, and the personnel in the Los Angeles County Public Defenders Office thought she was slumming. Rosie’s family included her conservative, socially promine