Better Call Saul season 2 episode 9 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Chuck McGill loses Mesa Verde to HHM, suspecting Jimmy's sabotage after a filing discrepancy surfaces. Meanwhile, Jimmy manipulates documents, causing chaos at Mesa Verde's hearing. Kim Wexler, shocked by Mesa Verde's return to her practice, plans to expand. Chuck confronts Kim and Jimmy, accusing Jimmy of document tampering. Elsewhere, Mike Ehrmantraut's involvement in a truck hijacking leads to a tense confrontation with Nacho Varga. The episode culminates in Chuck's public meltdown in a copy shop, underscoring his deteriorating mental state and the complex McGill brother dynamics.
Full Episode S02E09 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Chuck McGill lose Mesa Verde as a client?
Mesa Verde decided to stick with HHM, influenced by Chuck McGill's legal prowess.
What discrepancy arose during the Mesa Verde hearing?
There was a discrepancy in the address of Mesa Verde's proposed branch, leading to confusion at the hearing.
How did Jimmy McGill sabotage Chuck's work?
Jimmy manipulated documents to change the address of Mesa Verde's proposed branch, causing issues at the hearing.
Why did Mesa Verde return to Kim Wexler as their lawyer?
Mesa Verde returned to Kim due to filing issues at HHM.
What does Kim plan to do after getting Mesa Verde back?
Kim plans to expand her practice and hire paralegals to handle the workload.
How does Chuck McGill react to losing Mesa Verde?
Chuck suspects foul play and later accuses Jimmy of sabotaging the Mesa Verde files.
What commercial does Jimmy McGill shoot?
Jimmy shoots a creative and resourceful commercial, though the content is unspecified.
Who confronts Mike Ehrmantraut about the hijacking?
Nacho Varga confronts Mike about the hijacking of Hector Salamanca's truck.
What does Mike admit to Nacho?
Mike admits to hijacking the truck but ensures that the driver was not harmed.
How does the episode end for Chuck McGill?
The episode ends with Chuck experiencing a public breakdown at a copy shop.