Ep 15. Ben Song for the Defense

In Quantum Leap season 1 episode 15, "Ben Song for the Defense," Sam leaps into the body of a slick defense attorney named Ben, who has to defend a young man named Frankie, who's been accused of pushing a fellow gang member off a roof during a fight. The case seems hopeless, with several eyewitnesses testifying against Frankie, and a no-nonsense judge who seems to have already made up his mind.

Sam quickly realizes that Ben is not a very ethical lawyer, and has often resorted to shady tactics to win his cases. However, Sam decides that he's going to defend Frankie to the best of his ability, and tries to convince Ben to do the same. He manages to get Ben to focus on the facts of the case, and to stop playing games with the jury and the judge.

At the same time, Sam has to deal with another issue - a former love interest of Ben's, named Diane, who shows up unexpectedly and begins to cast doubts on Sam's ability to handle the case. Sam has to juggle his feelings for Diane, who he can't seem to resist, with his need to win the case and prove Frankie's innocence.

As the trial continues, Sam realizes that there may be more to the case than meets the eye. He starts to uncover a web of lies, deceit and betrayal that has been hidden from everyone, and which may hold the key to getting Frankie acquitted. In the end, Sam has to use all his legal expertise and quick thinking to turn the case around and to prove Frankie's innocence.

Overall, "Ben Song for the Defense" is a tense and dramatic episode of Quantum Leap, which highlights the ethical dilemmas that lawyers face in trying to win cases, and the courage and determination needed to stand up for what is right. With great acting, writing and direction, this episode is a must-watch for fans of legal dramas and science fiction alike.