When the merger with Louis Canning (Michael J. Fox) is being discussed, Diane (Christine Baranski) asks David Lee (Zach Grenier) if he is really thinking of putting the "fox" in charge. Calling Louis Canning a "fox" is a subtle reference to his real name - Michael J. Fox.
Roger Brenner plays the role of an Equity Partner Lawyer In this episode. He has, in total, appeared in 19 different episodes playing various characters throughout the course of the series.
This episode introduces the character of Stephen Dinovera, played by Michael Urie. He appears in 4 episodes in total.
Michael J. Fox (Louis Canning) & Michael Boatman (Julius Cain) also worked together on Spin City (1996) as Mike Flaherty & Carter Heywood respectively.
Chris Noth (Peter Florrick) & Brian Keane (Polygraph Expert) also worked together on episode 5.6, In the Wee Small Hours: Part 1 (2005), of Law & Order: Criminal Intent (2001), as Mike Logan & Jim Milton respectively.