Beneath the powdered wig and sombre robes is a ruthless mind able to tear the truth from a tangle of legalese, lies and desperate excuses. John thaw (Inspector Morse) stars as crusty British barrister James Kavanagh, a top member of Queen's Counsel, unafraid to challenge the genteel politics of the bench in his hunger to uncover guilt or innocence. Brilliant, relentless and sometimes exasperating, James Kavanagh, Q.C. will go to any lengths to see justice served - even as his professional triumphs mask a private life more troubled than those of his clients.

Nothing But The Truth
Kavanagh is drawn into an explosive case of "he said/she said" when a young labourer (Ewan McGregor, Big Fish) is accused of raping a young housewife.

Heartland
In this gripping case, a fatal car accident appears to be simply that, but when the victim's devastated mother begs Kavanagh to examine the facts more closely, he comes face to face with a formidable opponent - as well as his darkest fears.

A Family Affair
This case involves a vicious custody battle that throws an unwelcome light on one family's ugly secrets and chilling accusations through Kavanagh delicately tries to navigate.
The Sweetest Thing
Never one to shy from taking on unpopular cases, Kavanagh puts his reputation on the line when a prostitute is accused of murder.