Laurel Hester, a dedicated New Jersey police lieutenant, receives life-altering news when she is diagnosed with terminal cancer. She wants to leave her hard-earned pension benefits to her domestic partner, Stacie Andree. The county officials, known as Freeholders, deny her request, citing that same-sex partners are not entitled to these benefits. This decision forces Laurel and Stacie into a fight for equality.

As Laurel's condition worsens, they garner support from the local LGBTQ+ community and an outspoken activist named Steven Goldstein. Their battle receives widespread attention, highlighting issues of discrimination and equal rights. With time running out, the couple’s struggle to secure justice becomes a poignant reminder of the ongoing fight for marital and legal equality in the face of adversity.