Polly is a stenographer in a law office where she proves an inspiration to Henry Minor, a hard-working lawyer. Henry is a good lawyer, but a poor advertiser for himself and as a consequence Clarke, another man in the office, is credited with many of the results of Henry's efforts. Polly realizes Henry's real worth and urges him to declare his ability. The promotion of Clarke to a partnership in the firm brings Henry to his senses and he resolves to show who really does the work. A big murder case is assigned to Clarke and he seeks Henry's aid, but without the anticipated results. Realizing his predicament, Clarke enlists in the army, leaving the case unhandled. Henry is placed in charge of the matter and some months later when the case comes to trial, he wins an acquittal for an innocent man. Alas, in the hour of Henry's triumph, Clarke returns from France, wounded and gassed, a war hero. Henry fears all is lost but events take a happy turn and surprises come in rapid succession - and before the story ends Polly agrees to become Mrs. Henry Minor.