Their relationship is a great jump-off point for great drama having messy relationshipsright?

Theres a lot of pain there, too, because of the loss that they suffered.

But in order for him and Sydney to repair their relationship they will have to put in the work.

BLUFF CITY LAW – “Pilot” Episode – Pictured: (l-r) Caitlin McGee as Sydney Strait, Jimmy Smits as Elijah Strait – (Photo by: Jake Giles Netter/NBC)

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They could really do with some therapy, Smits explains.

Part of their therapy is their mutual love for the law and how they handle their cases.

Also, their approach to handling their cases and the cases they decide to take on.

Well find common ground but itll also be the source of continual contention between us.

What does family mean?

Is family just genealogical or does it have to do with the way you were brought up?

Thats a big resonant chord that the show is going to live and breathe in.

Bluff City Lawpremieres Monday, Sept. 23 at 10 p.m. PT on NBC.