Conviction is a fast-pased law drama focusing on the lives of young ADAs in New York as they work on high-profile cases that present a new challenge each and every day that tries their strength, both physical and emotional. With stories written by veteran Law & Order creative team, each episode take viewers on a rush as the ins and outs of the legal system are explored. / Conviction is created by Dick Wolf , but is not a direct spinoff of the Law & Order franchise. Starring in Conviction are L&O veteran Stephanie March as Bureau Chief Alexandra Cabot, who leads five quick-thinking and talented Assistant District Attornies: Brian Peluso , Billy Desmond , Jessica Rossi , Nick Potter and Christina Finn . / Spinoff Of: (1990-2010) / Characters Spinoff Of: (1999- ) Currently 6.5/10