A successful defense attorney returns to his rural hometown in Indiana for his mother's funeral, where he reconnects with his estranged family. His father, the town's long-serving judge, is a stern and principled man with whom he has a contentious relationship. While contemplating a quick departure, the attorney's plans change abruptly when his father is suddenly accused of murder. Evidence suggests the judge may have deliberately run over a local man he once sentenced. Torn between professional duty and personal grievance, the attorney steps in to defend his father.

As he prepares for the challenging legal battle, long-buried family tensions and secrets resurface, complicating his efforts to uncover the truth. His investigation reveals complex motives and introduces doubts concerning his father's guilt. The trial unfolds amidst a backdrop of unresolved emotional struggles, personal growth, and the quest for redemption. In this intense setting, the defense attorney must navigate not only the intricacies of the law but also the intricate dynamics of his family, ultimately confronting their collective past in pursuit of justice.