In the compelling fifteenth year of Dick Wolf's iconic series, the Manhattan criminal justice team tries not to let departmental shake-ups impact their abilities to pursue the riveting cases that have shocked the city. Detective Joe Fontana (Dennis Farina) and ADA Alexandra Borgia (Annie Parisse) bring their expertise to grim crimes regarding fake flu vaccines and con men, while ADA Serena Southerlyn (Elisabeth Rohm) exits after her strong opinions put her at odds with her colleagues in the death of a controversial rap producer. Cast members Jesse L. Martin, S. Epatha Merkerson, Sam Waterston and Fred Thompson also star in this unforgettable 24-episode season, also featuring a special series of guest appearances by Michael Imperioli as Detective Nick Falco.